Serving 448 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Central Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 448 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
448 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#72 out of 2549 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
n/a
14%
White
93%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Elementary School's ranking?
Central Elementary School is ranked #72 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Central Elementary School often compared to?
Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Poff Elementary School, Wyland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
448 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Central Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Hampton Township SD School District.
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