Serving 274 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fulton Elementary 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fulton El Sch serves a central area in Lancaster, PA, covering approximately 0.4 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fulton Elementary School's student population of 274 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
274 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fulton 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 Fulton Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#2344 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
61%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
2%
Showing 2007–2020. Full 21-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 is Fulton Elementary School's ranking?
Fulton Elementary School is ranked #2344 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Fulton Elementary School often compared to?
Fulton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wharton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Fulton Elementary School?
274 students attend Fulton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Fulton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fulton Elementary School?
Fulton Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fulton Elementary School offer ?
Fulton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fulton Elementary School part of?
Fulton Elementary School is part of Lancaster School District.
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