Serving 285 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lawnton Elementary School 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower 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 89% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lawnton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Lawnton Elementary School's student population of 285 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
285 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
ONE STEP AT A TIME, EVERY CHILD LEARNS, EVERY CHILD GROWS!
School Rankings
Lawnton 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 Lawnton Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1853 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
48%
5%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
18%
14%
White
11%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawnton Elementary School's ranking?
Lawnton Elementary School is ranked #1853 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Lawnton Elementary School often compared to?
Lawnton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paxtang Elementary School, Linglestown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Lawnton Elementary School?
285 students attend Lawnton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Lawnton Elementary School students are Asian, 18% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lawnton Elementary School?
Lawnton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lawnton Elementary School offer ?
Lawnton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lawnton Elementary School part of?
Lawnton Elementary School is part of Central Dauphin School District.
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