Serving 533 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Joseph C Ashkar Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 51% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 533 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joseph C Ashkar Elementary School's student population of 533 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
Total Students
533 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Joseph C Ashkar Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,549 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 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#587 out of 2549 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
1%
14%
White
95%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #587 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Joseph C Ashkar Elementary School?
533 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, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 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
What school district is Joseph C Ashkar Elementary School part of?
Joseph C Ashkar Elementary School is part of East Lycoming SD School District.
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