Serving 287 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Leola Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leola Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Leola Elementary School's student population of 287 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Leola Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leola Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1872 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
31%
16%
Black
9%
14%
White
45%
60%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leola Elementary School's ranking?
Leola Elementary School is ranked #1872 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Leola Elementary School often compared to?
Leola Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brownstown Elementary School, Fritz Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Leola Elementary School?
287 students attend Leola Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Leola Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leola Elementary School?
Leola Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Leola Elementary School offer ?
Leola Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leola Elementary School part of?
Leola Elementary School is part of Conestoga Valley School District.
In what neighborhood is Leola Elementary School located?
Leola Elementary School is located in the Leola neighborhood of Lancaster, PA.
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