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#1656 of 2,846 schools in PA
York Twp EL Sch
Elementary School · Dallastown Area SD
2500 S Queen St, York, PA 17402
Enrollment
430
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
430
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,656 of 2,846
In York
#20 of 39
public schools
In district
#7 of 8
Dallastown Area SD
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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York Twp EL Sch
Elementary School in York · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About York Twp EL Sch
York Twp EL Sch is a public elementary school in York, PA, part of Dallastown Area SD. York Twp EL Sch serves approximately 430 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. York Twp EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,656 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for York Twp EL Sch show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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York Twp EL Sch — Students at York Twp EL Sch score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 5.4/10.
How York Twp EL Sch Compares
See how York Twp EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2500 S Queen St, York, PA 17402
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering York Twp EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dallastown El Sch (rated 8.3/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Dallastown), which scores notably higher. Another option is Loganville-Springfield El Sch (rated 7.8/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Leaders Heights El Sch (rated 7.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in York, see our York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF YORK York | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| York County School of Technology York | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Ore Valley El Sch York | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Leaders Heights El Sch York | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| York Suburban SHS York | 2.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Valley View El Sch York | 2.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Dallastown Area SHS Dallastown | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Dallastown Area MS Dallastown | 2.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Dallastown El Sch Dallastown | 2.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Dallastown Area Intermediate Sch York | 3.0 mi | 6.3 |
| East York El Sch York | 3.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Jackson Sch York | 3.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Loganville-Springfield El Sch York | 3.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Davis Sch York | 3.8 mi | 4.3 |
| York Suburban MS York | 3.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Crispus Attucks CS York | 3.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Hannah Penn York | 3.6 mi | 6.2 |
| McKinley Sch York | 3.6 mi | 5.8 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL York | 4.1 mi | 6.7 |
| HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL York | 3.9 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17402 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,134
Median Home Value
$247,800
Median Rent
$1,307/mo
Population
37,074
College Educated
35.3%
Homeownership
72.8%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
9.4%
Median Age
39.5
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| Avonworth Primary Center Pittsburgh, PA | 5.9 |
| Berlin Brothersvalley El Sch Berlin, PA | 5.9 |
| Clark El Sch Uniontown, PA | 5.9 |
| Cochran Primary Sch Williamsport, PA | 5.9 |
| Cornwall Terrace El Sch West Lawn, PA | 5.9 |
| East Derry El Sch Lewistown, PA | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about York Twp EL Sch
What grades does York Twp EL Sch serve?
York Twp EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend York Twp EL Sch?
York Twp EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 430 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at York Twp EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at York Twp EL Sch is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does York Twp EL Sch rank in PA?
York Twp EL Sch ranks #1,656 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is York Twp EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
York Twp EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 York Twp EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, York Twp EL Sch has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is York Twp EL Sch a charter school?
No, York Twp EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is York Twp EL Sch a Title I school?
No, York Twp EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for York Twp EL Sch?
48.8% of students at York Twp 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 – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 430
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.3%
- Phone
- (717) 741-2281
Resources & Links
District
Dallastown Area SD- District Enrollment
- 6,370
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,259
- District Rank
- #7 of 8
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