Serving 544 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Centerville Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than 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 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Centerville El School serves the eastern part of Lancaster, PA, encompassing an area of approximately 3 square miles. Most students live within a 1.3-mile average distance from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 2 miles away, resulting in a typical drive time of 5 to 10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centerville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Centerville Elementary School's student population of 544 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
544 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Centerville Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centerville Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#321 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
14%
16%
Black
3%
14%
White
70%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centerville Elementary School's ranking?
Centerville Elementary School is ranked #321 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Centerville Elementary School often compared to?
Centerville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Petersburg Elementary School, Rohrerstown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Centerville Elementary School?
544 students attend Centerville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Centerville Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centerville Elementary School?
Centerville Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Centerville Elementary School offer ?
Centerville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Centerville Elementary School part of?
Centerville Elementary School is part of Hempfield School District.
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