Below Average
#2435 of 2,846 schools in PA
Park EL Sch
Elementary School · Columbia Borough SD
50 S 6th St, Columbia, PA 17512
Enrollment
481
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
481
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,435 of 2,846
In Columbia
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
Columbia Borough SD
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Park EL Sch
Elementary School in Columbia · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Park EL Sch
Park EL Sch is a public elementary school in Columbia, PA, part of Columbia Borough SD. Park EL Sch serves approximately 481 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Park EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,435 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Park EL Sch show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Park EL Sch — Students at Park EL Sch score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 74%).
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.9/10.
How Park EL Sch Compares
See how Park EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
50 S 6th St, Columbia, PA 17512
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Park EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Donegal Primary School (rated 8.6/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Mount Joy), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wrightsville El Sch (rated 7.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Wrightsville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OUR LADY OF THE ANGELS SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbia, see our Columbia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OUR LADY OF ANGELS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Columbia | 0.2 mi | 5.7 |
| OUR LADY OF THE ANGELS SCHOOL Columbia | 0.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Columbia MS Taylor Campus Columbia | 0.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Columbia HS Columbia | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Columbia MS Hill Campus Columbia | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Wrightsville El Sch Wrightsville | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| PROSPECT GROVE HIGH SCHOOL Columbia | 2.3 mi | — |
| Farmdale El Sch Mount Joy | 3.1 mi | 7.2 |
| SONLIGHT RIVER BRETHREN SCHOOL Mount Joy | 3.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Donegal Intermediate School Marietta | 3.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Eastern York HS Wrightsville | 3.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Eastern York MS Wrightsville | 3.4 mi | 5.8 |
| SUSQUEHANNA WALDORF SCHOOL Marietta | 3.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Donegal JHS Mount Joy | 4.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Donegal Primary School Mount Joy | 4.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Donegal HS Mount Joy | 4.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Canadochly El Sch East Prospect | 4.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Mountville El Sch Mountville | 3.8 mi | 6.9 |
| KRAYBILL MENNONITE SCHOOL Mount Joy | 4.9 mi | 7.3 |
| THE JANUS SCHOOL Mount Joy | 5.4 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17512 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,130
Median Home Value
$221,100
Median Rent
$1,067/mo
Population
18,235
College Educated
22.5%
Homeownership
64%
Avg Commute
25.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Median Age
45
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Park EL Sch
What grades does Park EL Sch serve?
Park EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Park EL Sch?
Park EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 481 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Park EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Park EL Sch is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Park EL Sch rank in PA?
Park EL Sch ranks #2,435 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Park EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Park EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Park EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Park EL Sch has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Park EL Sch a charter school?
No, Park EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Park EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Park EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 481
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lancaster County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.0%
- Phone
- (717) 684-9780
Resources & Links
District
Columbia Borough SD- District Enrollment
- 1,265
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,768
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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