Serving 240 students in grades 1-3, Northside Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 1-3
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Northside Elementary School's student population of 240 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-3
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
240 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northside Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northside Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#895 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
4%
14%
White
78%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northside Elementary School's ranking?
Northside Elementary School is ranked #895 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Northside Elementary School often compared to?
Northside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Broad Street Elementary School, Shepherdstown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Northside Elementary School?
240 students attend Northside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Northside Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northside Elementary School?
Northside Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northside Elementary School offer ?
Northside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-3 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Northside Elementary School part of?
Northside Elementary School is part of Mechanicsburg Area SD School District.
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