Serving 385 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Scotland 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Scotland Elementary School's student population of 385 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
385 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Scotland Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scotland 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
#1116 out of 2549 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
3%
14%
White
78%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
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 Scotland Elementary School's ranking?
Scotland Elementary School is ranked #1116 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Scotland Elementary School often compared to?
Scotland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grandview Elementary School, Guilford Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Scotland Elementary School?
385 students attend Scotland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Scotland Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Scotland Elementary School?
Scotland Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Scotland Elementary School offer ?
Scotland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Scotland Elementary School part of?
Scotland Elementary School is part of Chambersburg Area SD School District.
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