Serving 296 students in grades Kindergarten-5, March 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 50-54% (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 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: March El Sch serves the southeast part of Easton, PA, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
March Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
March Elementary School's student population of 296 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
296 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1914
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating for Life's Journey
School Rankings
March 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 March Elementary School is 0.65, which is more 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
#1036 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
42%
16%
Black
9%
14%
White
41%
60%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.2%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (16-17)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is March Elementary School's ranking?
March Elementary School is ranked #1036 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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 March Elementary School?
296 students attend March Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of March Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of March Elementary School?
March Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does March Elementary School offer ?
March Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is March Elementary School part of?
March Elementary School is part of Easton Area School District.
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