Average
#1558 of 2,846 schools in PA
Penn-lincoln EL Sch
Elementary School · Altoona Area SD
411 12th St, Altoona, PA 16602
Enrollment
353
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
353
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,558 of 2,846
In Altoona
#3 of 11
public schools
In district
#3 of 10
Altoona Area SD
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Penn-lincoln EL Sch
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About Penn-lincoln EL Sch
Penn-lincoln EL Sch is a public elementary school in Altoona, PA, part of Altoona Area SD. Penn-lincoln EL Sch serves approximately 353 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Penn-lincoln EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,558 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Penn-lincoln EL Sch show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Penn-lincoln EL Sch sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
33% of students at Penn-lincoln EL Sch were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Penn-lincoln EL Sch — Students at Penn-lincoln EL Sch score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 28 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: 7.5/10.
How Penn-lincoln EL Sch Compares
See how Penn-lincoln EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
411 12th St, Altoona, PA 16602
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Penn-lincoln EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Baker El Sch (rated 7.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Irving El Sch (rated 6.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL-ALTOONA ELMNTRY CMPS (rated 5.6/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Altoona, see our Altoona schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GREAT COMMISSION SCHOOLS Altoona | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Altoona Area HS Altoona | 0.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Altoona Area Jr HS Altoona | 0.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center Altoona | 0.3 mi | — |
| TENDER LOVE FOR CHILDREN CHILD CARE Altoona | 0.5 mi | — |
| BISHOP GUILFOYLE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Altoona | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Irving El Sch Altoona | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Pleasant Valley El Sch Altoona | 1.3 mi | 3.6 |
| HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL-ALTOONA ELMNTRY CMPS Altoona | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Juniata El Sch Altoona | 1.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Baker El Sch Altoona | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Logan El Sch Altoona | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| HARBOR HOUSE CENTER EARLY ACADEMICS Altoona | 2.1 mi | — |
| SOARING HEIGHTS SCHOOL - MIFFLINTOWN Altoona | 2.9 mi | — |
| SOARING HEIGHTS SCHOOL Altoona | 3.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Juniata Gap El Sch Altoona | 2.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation CS Altoona | 3.0 mi | 4.7 |
| MERAKEY EDUCATION CENTER Altoona | 3.2 mi | — |
| HOLY TRINITY MIDDLE SCHOOL CAMPUS Altoona | 3.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Mowrie A Ebner El Sch Altoona | 3.0 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16602 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,097
Median Home Value
$120,200
Median Rent
$842/mo
Population
27,014
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
67.6%
Avg Commute
18.9 min
Poverty Rate
18.3%
Median Age
41.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Penn-lincoln EL Sch
What grades does Penn-lincoln EL Sch serve?
Penn-lincoln EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Penn-lincoln EL Sch?
Penn-lincoln EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 353 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Penn-lincoln EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Penn-lincoln EL Sch is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Penn-lincoln EL Sch rank in PA?
Penn-lincoln EL Sch ranks #1,558 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Penn-lincoln EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Penn-lincoln EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Penn-lincoln EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Penn-lincoln EL Sch has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).
Is Penn-lincoln EL Sch a charter school?
No, Penn-lincoln EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Penn-lincoln EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Penn-lincoln EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Penn-lincoln EL Sch?
99.2% of students at Penn-lincoln EL Sch qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 353
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Blair County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.4%
- Phone
- (814) 946-8396
Resources & Links
District
Altoona Area SD- District Enrollment
- 7,019
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,958
- District Rank
- #3 of 10
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