Serving 468 students in grades 3-5, Iron Forge Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Iron Forge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Iron Forge Elementary School's student population of 468 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
468 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Iron Forge 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 Iron Forge 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
#478 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
5%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
2%
14%
White
75%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Iron Forge Elementary School's ranking?
Iron Forge Elementary School is ranked #478 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Iron Forge Elementary School often compared to?
Iron Forge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bellaire Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Iron Forge Elementary School?
468 students attend Iron Forge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Iron Forge Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Iron Forge Elementary School?
Iron Forge Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Iron Forge Elementary School offer ?
Iron Forge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Iron Forge Elementary School part of?
Iron Forge Elementary School is part of South Middleton School District.
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