Greencastle-antrim Elementary School

500 East Leitersburg Street
Greencastle, PA 17225
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 671 students in grades 3-5, Greencastle-antrim Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 53% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 671 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 17%
  • : Top 50% in PA
  • : 53% (Top 30%)
  • : 61% (Top 50%)
  • : 86% (Top 20%)
  • : Greencastle-Antrim El Sch's attendance zone encompasses the entire Greencastle, PA school district, covering approximately 71.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 6.3 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Greencastle-antrim Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Greencastle-antrim Elementary School's student population of 671 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
671 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
2025

School Rankings

Greencastle-antrim Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greencastle-antrim Elementary School is 0.30, 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.
This School
State Level (PA)
#943 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
53%
38%
61%
55%
86%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
8%
16%
Black
1%
14%
White
83%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.30
(22-23)
13.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Greencastle-antrim Elementary School's ranking?
Greencastle-antrim Elementary School is ranked #943 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Greencastle-antrim Elementary School often compared to?
Greencastle-antrim Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Greencastle-antrim Elementary School?
671 students attend Greencastle-antrim Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Greencastle-antrim Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greencastle-antrim Elementary School?
Greencastle-antrim Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Greencastle-antrim Elementary School offer ?
Greencastle-antrim Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Greencastle-antrim Elementary School part of?
Greencastle-antrim Elementary School is part of Greencastle-Antrim School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 671 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 17%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 53% (Top 30%)
  • : 61% (Top 50%)
  • : 86% (Top 20%)
  • : Greencastle-Antrim El Sch's attendance zone encompasses the entire Greencastle, PA school district, covering approximately 71.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 6.3 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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