Serving 627 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ferguson 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 8% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ferguson School serves a central area within York, PA, covering approximately 0.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 1.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ferguson School's student population of 627 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
627 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ferguson 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 Ferguson School is 0.61, 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
#2624 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
40%
16%
Black
48%
14%
White
7%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ferguson School's ranking?
Ferguson School is ranked #2624 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Ferguson School often compared to?
Ferguson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Devers School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Ferguson School?
627 students attend Ferguson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Ferguson School students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ferguson School?
Ferguson School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ferguson School offer ?
Ferguson School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Ferguson School part of?
Ferguson School is part of York City School District.
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