Serving 674 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hannah Penn 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 7% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 674 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hannah Penn's student population of 674 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
674 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hannah Penn 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 Hannah Penn is 0.59, 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
#2680 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
49%
16%
Black
42%
14%
White
5%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.1%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
59%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hannah Penn's ranking?
Hannah Penn is ranked #2680 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Hannah Penn often compared to?
Hannah Pennis often viewed alongside schools like York Academy Regional Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Hannah Penn?
674 students attend Hannah Penn.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Hannah Penn students are Hispanic, 42% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hannah Penn?
Hannah Penn has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hannah Penn offer ?
Hannah Penn offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hannah Penn part of?
Hannah Penn is part of York City School District.
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