Serving 553 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Joseph C Ashkar 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 56% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Joseph C Ashkar El Sch serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district in Hughesville, PA, covering approximately 147.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 10 to 15 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 6.8 miles and the furthest edge located 14.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joseph C Ashkar Elementary School's student population of 553 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
553 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Joseph C Ashkar 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 Joseph C Ashkar Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#935 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 Joseph C Ashkar Elementary School's ranking?
Joseph C Ashkar Elementary School is ranked #935 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Joseph C Ashkar Elementary School often compared to?
Joseph C Ashkar Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montgomery Elementary School, Ward L Myers Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Joseph C Ashkar Elementary School?
553 students attend Joseph C Ashkar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Joseph C Ashkar Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph C Ashkar Elementary School?
Joseph C Ashkar Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Joseph C Ashkar Elementary School offer ?
Joseph C Ashkar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joseph C Ashkar Elementary School part of?
Joseph C Ashkar Elementary School is part of East Lycoming School District.
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