Serving 344 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carroll 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 45-49% (which is higher than 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 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carroll El Sch serves the eastern part of Shermans Dale, PA, covering an area of approximately 44 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 6.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carroll Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Carroll Elementary School's student population of 344 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
344 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carroll 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 Carroll Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1151 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
n/a
14%
White
94%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.2%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carroll Elementary School's ranking?
Carroll Elementary School is ranked #1151 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Carroll Elementary School often compared to?
Carroll Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Susquenita Elementary School, New Bloomfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 Carroll Elementary School?
344 students attend Carroll Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Carroll Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carroll Elementary School?
Carroll Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carroll Elementary School offer ?
Carroll Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carroll Elementary School part of?
Carroll Elementary School is part of West Perry School District.
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