Serving 261 students in grades Kindergarten-3, East Derry Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 40-44% (which is higher 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 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Derry El Sch serves the eastern part of Lewistown, PA, covering an area of approximately 64.3 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 11.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Derry Elementary School's student population of 261 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
261 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
East Derry 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 East Derry Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#1799 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 1994–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
16%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
97%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
1%
Showing 2013–2022. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Derry Elementary School's ranking?
East Derry Elementary School is ranked #1799 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are East Derry Elementary School often compared to?
East Derry Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lewistown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 East Derry Elementary School?
261 students attend East Derry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of East Derry Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Derry Elementary School?
East Derry Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Derry Elementary School offer ?
East Derry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Derry Elementary School part of?
East Derry Elementary School is part of Mifflin County School District.
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