Serving 318 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Schaeffer School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Schaeffer School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Schaeffer School's student population of 318 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
318 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Schaeffer School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Schaeffer School is 0.59, 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
#487 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
16%
16%
Black
8%
14%
White
61%
60%
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Schaeffer School's ranking?
Schaeffer School is ranked #487 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Schaeffer School often compared to?
Schaeffer Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fritz Elementary School, Bucher School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Schaeffer School?
318 students attend Schaeffer School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Schaeffer School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Schaeffer School?
Schaeffer School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Schaeffer School offer ?
Schaeffer School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Schaeffer School part of?
Schaeffer School is part of Manheim Township School District.
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