Serving 142 students in grades Kindergarten-6, George A Ferrell 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). 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 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Asian and American Indian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 142 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George A Ferrell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
George A Ferrell Elementary School's student population of 142 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
142 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
George A Ferrell 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 George A Ferrell Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#435 out of 2549 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
n/a
14%
White
97%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 George A Ferrell Elementary School's ranking?
George A Ferrell Elementary School is ranked #435 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are George A Ferrell Elementary School often compared to?
George A Ferrell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carl G Renn Elementary 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 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend George A Ferrell Elementary School?
142 students attend George A Ferrell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of George A Ferrell Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George A Ferrell Elementary School?
George A Ferrell Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does George A Ferrell Elementary School offer ?
George A Ferrell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is George A Ferrell Elementary School part of?
George A Ferrell Elementary School is part of East Lycoming SD School District.
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