Serving 397 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Northern 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 38% (which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northern Elementary School's student population of 397 students has grown by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
397 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Colors
Blue and White
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northern 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 Northern Elementary School is 0.35, which is less 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
#1593 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
8%
16%
Black
2%
14%
White
80%
60%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northern Elementary School's ranking?
Northern Elementary School is ranked #1593 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Northern Elementary School often compared to?
Northern Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dillsburg Elementary School, South Mountain Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Northern Elementary School?
397 students attend Northern Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Northern Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northern Elementary School?
Northern Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northern Elementary School offer ?
Northern Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northern Elementary School part of?
Northern Elementary School is part of Northern York County School District.
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