Serving 1,451 students in grades 4-6, Dallastown Area Intermediate 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 46% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (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 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 1,451 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dallastown Area Intermediate School's student population of 1,451 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
1,451 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dallastown Area Intermediate 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 Dallastown Area Intermediate School is 0.39, 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
#1059 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
10%
14%
White
77%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dallastown Area Intermediate School's ranking?
Dallastown Area Intermediate School is ranked #1059 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Dallastown Area Intermediate School often compared to?
Dallastown Area Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like York Suburban MiddleSchool by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Dallastown Area Intermediate School?
1,451 students attend Dallastown Area Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Dallastown Area Intermediate School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dallastown Area Intermediate School?
Dallastown Area Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dallastown Area Intermediate School offer ?
Dallastown Area Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Dallastown Area Intermediate School part of?
Dallastown Area Intermediate School is part of Dallastown Area SD School District.
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