Nitrauer School

811 Ashbourne Ave
Lancaster, PA 17601
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 468 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Nitrauer School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 468 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 42%
  • : Top 20% in PA
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 20%)
  • : 90-94% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Nitrauer School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

School Overview

Nitrauer School's student population of 468 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 13, 2026
School Mascot
Blue Streak

School Rankings

Nitrauer School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nitrauer School is 0.62, 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.
This School
State Level (PA)
#330 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
65-69%
38%
70-74%
55%
90-94%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
5%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
9%
14%
White
58%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.62
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Blue Streak
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nitrauer School's ranking?
Nitrauer School is ranked #330 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Nitrauer School often compared to?
Nitrauer Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paradise Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Nitrauer School?
468 students attend Nitrauer School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Nitrauer School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nitrauer School?
Nitrauer School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nitrauer School offer ?
Nitrauer School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nitrauer School part of?
Nitrauer School is part of Manheim Township School District.

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Date
2948619 - MT: Last Day of School (Grades K-11)
June 05, 2026 (Friday)

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 468 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 42%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 20%)
  • : 90-94% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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