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#1799 of 2,846 schools in PA
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Wallace EL Sch
Elementary School · West York Area SD
2065 High St, York, PA 17408
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 35 schools in York. Learn more
Enrollment
439
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
439
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,799 of 2,846
In York
#24 of 39
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
West York Area SD
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Wallace EL Sch
Elementary School in York · grades Pre-K – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Wallace EL Sch
Wallace EL Sch is a public elementary school in York, PA, part of West York Area SD. Wallace EL Sch serves approximately 439 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Wallace EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,799 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Wallace EL Sch Compares
See how Wallace EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2065 High St, York, PA 17408
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wallace EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Edgar Fahs Smith STEAM Academy (rated 7.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Indian Rock El Sch (rated 7.5/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dover Area El Sch (rated 7.5/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Dover), which scores notably higher. For more schools in York, see our York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| YORK ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL York | 0.6 mi | — |
| Trimmer El Sch York | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF YORK York | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| West York Area HS York | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Lincolnway El Sch York | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| West York Area MS York | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Weigelstown El Sch Dover | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Edgar Fahs Smith STEAM Academy York | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Leib El Sch Dover | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Devers Sch York | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Roundtown El Sch York | 2.9 mi | 6.3 |
| GRACE WORDS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY York | 2.9 mi | — |
| Sinking Springs El Sch York | 3.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Ferguson Sch York | 2.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Lincoln CS York | 2.9 mi | 2.4 |
| Indian Rock El Sch York | 3.5 mi | 7.5 |
| York Academy Regional CS York | 3.2 mi | 6.9 |
| LOGOS ACADEMY York | 3.3 mi | 7.9 |
| YORK COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL York | 3.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Dover Area El Sch Dover | 3.4 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17408 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,044
Median Home Value
$240,000
Median Rent
$1,539/mo
Population
24,670
College Educated
28.2%
Homeownership
71.6%
Avg Commute
25.6 min
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Median Age
44.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A L Wilson El Sch Fairchance, PA | 5.7 |
| Cambria Heights El Sch Carrolltown, PA | 5.7 |
| Crafton El Sch Pittsburgh, PA | 5.7 |
| E M Crouthamel El Sch Souderton, PA | 5.7 |
| ELCO Intermd Sch Myerstown, PA | 5.7 |
| Fairview El Sch Midland, PA | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wallace EL Sch
What grades does Wallace EL Sch serve?
Wallace EL Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Wallace EL Sch?
Wallace EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 439 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wallace EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Wallace EL Sch is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wallace EL Sch rank in PA?
Wallace EL Sch ranks #1,799 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Wallace EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Wallace EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Wallace EL Sch a charter school?
No, Wallace EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wallace EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Wallace EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wallace EL Sch?
62.4% of students at Wallace 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
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 439
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.6%
- Phone
- (717) 764-6869
Resources & Links
District
West York Area SD- District Enrollment
- 2,774
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,750
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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