Needs Improvement
#2794 of 2,846 schools in PA
Steelton-highspire EL Sch
Elementary School · Steelton-Highspire SD
250 Reynders Avenue, Steelton, PA 17113
Enrollment
759
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
759
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,794 of 2,846
In Steelton
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Steelton-Highspire SD
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Steelton-highspire EL Sch
Elementary School in Steelton · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Steelton-highspire EL Sch
Steelton-highspire EL Sch is a public elementary school in Steelton, PA, part of Steelton-Highspire SD. Steelton-highspire EL Sch serves approximately 759 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Steelton-highspire EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,794 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Steelton-highspire EL Sch show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.7 · Needs Improvement
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at Steelton-highspire 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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Steelton-highspire EL Sch — Students at Steelton-highspire EL Sch score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 74%).
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 38 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: 3.0/10.
How Steelton-highspire EL Sch Compares
See how Steelton-highspire EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
250 Reynders Avenue, Steelton, PA 17113
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Steelton-highspire EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HARRISBURG CATHOLIC ELEMENTRY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Harrisburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST CATHERINE LABOURE SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Harrisburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST THERESA SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby New Cumberland), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Steelton, see our Steelton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Steelton-Highspire HS Steelton | 0.4 mi | 2.7 |
| Tri-Community El Sch Steelton | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Swatara MS Steelton | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Paxtang El Sch Harrisburg | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| LEARNING & SHARING New Cumberland | 1.5 mi | — |
| Foose Sch Harrisburg | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| HARRISBURG CATHOLIC ELEMENTRY SCHOOL Harrisburg | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Melrose Sch Harrisburg | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
| ST CATHERINE LABOURE SCHOOL Harrisburg | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Sylvan Heights Science CS Harrisburg | 1.9 mi | 2.7 |
| THE CIRCLE SCHOOL Harrisburg | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Scott Sch Harrisburg | 2.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Marshall Math Science Academy Harrisburg | 2.3 mi | 2.7 |
| Marshall Academy Harrisburg | 2.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Rowland Academy Harrisburg | 2.2 mi | 3.7 |
| New Cumberland MS New Cumberland | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Harrisburg HS Harrisburg | 2.5 mi | 3.6 |
| ST THERESA SCHOOL New Cumberland | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Hillside El Sch New Cumberland | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Lawnton El Sch Harrisburg | 2.3 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17113 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,554
Median Home Value
$141,300
Median Rent
$1,091/mo
Population
11,786
College Educated
14.8%
Homeownership
59.7%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
16.4%
Median Age
39.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Harris Sch Collingdale, PA | 2.7 |
| Riverside El Sch Reading, PA | 2.7 |
| West Hazleton El/MS West Hazleton, PA | 2.7 |
| Aliquippa El Sch Aliquippa, PA | 2.8 |
| McAdoo-Kelayres El/MS Mcadoo, PA | 2.8 |
| Thomas W Holtzman Jr El Sch Harrisburg, PA | 2.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Steelton-highspire EL Sch
What grades does Steelton-highspire EL Sch serve?
Steelton-highspire EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Steelton-highspire EL Sch?
Steelton-highspire EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 759 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Steelton-highspire EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Steelton-highspire EL Sch is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Steelton-highspire EL Sch rank in PA?
Steelton-highspire EL Sch ranks #2,794 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Steelton-highspire EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Steelton-highspire EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 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 Steelton-highspire EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Steelton-highspire EL Sch has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Steelton-highspire EL Sch a charter school?
No, Steelton-highspire EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Steelton-highspire EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Steelton-highspire EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 759
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dauphin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.0%
- Phone
- (717) 704-3826
Resources & Links
District
Steelton-Highspire SD- District Enrollment
- 1,419
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,725
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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