Serving 456 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Lorane Elementary School ranks in the top 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Lorane El Sch serves the southern part of Reading, PA, covering an area of approximately 5.6 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.7 miles to the school and a maximum distance of 3.4 miles to the zone's edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lorane Elementary School's student population of 456 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
456 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Lorane 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 Lorane Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#1151 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
25%
16%
Black
5%
14%
White
62%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lorane Elementary School's ranking?
Lorane Elementary School is ranked #1151 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Lorane Elementary School often compared to?
Lorane Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kerry C. Hoffman Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Lorane Elementary School?
456 students attend Lorane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Lorane Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lorane Elementary School?
Lorane Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lorane Elementary School offer ?
Lorane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lorane Elementary School part of?
Lorane Elementary School is part of Exeter Township School District.
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