Serving 257 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Chambers Hill Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chambers Hill Elementary School serves the southern part of Harrisburg, PA, covering an area of approximately 3.5 square miles. Most families within this zone can expect a typical drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chambers Hill Elementary School's student population of 257 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
257 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chambers Hill Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chambers Hill Elementary School is 0.79, which is more 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
#1994 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
29%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (16-17)
6%
3%
Showing 2008–2017. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chambers Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Chambers Hill Elementary School is ranked #1994 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Chambers Hill Elementary School?
257 students attend Chambers Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Chambers Hill Elementary School students are Asian, 25% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chambers Hill Elementary School?
Chambers Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chambers Hill Elementary School offer ?
Chambers Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chambers Hill Elementary School part of?
Chambers Hill Elementary School is part of Central Dauphin School District.
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