Serving 466 students in grades Kindergarten-2, East High Street Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59%
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69%
- Attendance Zone: East High Street Elementary School serves the northeast part of Elizabethtown, PA, covering an area of approximately 17.1 square miles, with typical drive times of 10-15 minutes for families living within the zone. The furthest edge of the attendance area is about 7.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
East High Street Elementary School's student population of 466 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
466 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of East High Street Elementary School is 0.38, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
38%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
55%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-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 schools are East High Street Elementary School often compared to?
East High Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lititz Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend East High Street Elementary School?
466 students attend East High Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of East High Street Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East High Street Elementary School?
East High Street Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does East High Street Elementary School offer ?
East High Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East High Street Elementary School part of?
East High Street Elementary School is part of Elizabethtown Area School District.
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