Serving 557 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Hanover Elementary 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 57% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Hanover 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
West Hanover Elementary School's student population of 557 students has grown by 62% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
557 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Hanover Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Hanover Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#269 out of 2549 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
6%
14%
White
76%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Hanover Elementary School's ranking?
West Hanover Elementary School is ranked #269 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are West Hanover Elementary School often compared to?
West Hanover Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Infinity Charter School, Linglestown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend West Hanover Elementary School?
557 students attend West Hanover Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of West Hanover Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Hanover Elementary School?
West Hanover Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Hanover Elementary School offer ?
West Hanover Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Hanover Elementary School part of?
West Hanover Elementary School is part of Central Dauphin SD School District.
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