Serving 341 students in grades 1-5, Forge Road Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher 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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Forge Road Elementary School serves the northern part of Palmyra, PA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 2.9 square miles. Families within this area can typically reach the school in about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being around 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forge Road Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
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Attribute
Overall Rank
School Overview
Forge Road Elementary School's student population of 341 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
341 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Forge Road Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forge Road Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#509 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
76%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-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 Forge Road Elementary School's ranking?
Forge Road Elementary School is ranked #509 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Forge Road Elementary School often compared to?
Forge Road Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Street Elementary School, Lingle Avenue Elementary School, Northside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Forge Road Elementary School?
341 students attend Forge Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Forge Road Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forge Road Elementary School?
Forge Road Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Forge Road Elementary School offer ?
Forge Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Forge Road Elementary School part of?
Forge Road Elementary School is part of Palmyra Area School District.
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