Serving 631 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Larry J. Macaluso Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 631 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Larry J. Macaluso El Sch serves the northwest part of the Red Lion, PA school district, covering an area of approximately 21.1 square miles. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest boundary located about 8.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Larry J. Macaluso Elementary School's student population of 631 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
631 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Larry J. Macaluso Elementary School 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 Larry J. Macaluso Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#1554 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-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 Larry J. Macaluso Elementary School's ranking?
Larry J. Macaluso Elementary School is ranked #1554 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Larry J. Macaluso Elementary School often compared to?
Larry J. Macaluso Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant View Elementary School, Locust Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Larry J. Macaluso Elementary School?
631 students attend Larry J. Macaluso Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Larry J. Macaluso Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Larry J. Macaluso Elementary School?
Larry J. Macaluso Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Larry J. Macaluso Elementary School offer ?
Larry J. Macaluso Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Larry J. Macaluso Elementary School part of?
Larry J. Macaluso Elementary School is part of Red Lion Area School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
The majority of the teachers at this school should NOT be teachers. The zero tolerance for bullying is a joke, they HIGHLY tolerate it. This is the worst elementary school in the Red Lion school district.
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