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 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Nitrauer School serves the eastern part of the Lancaster, PA school district, covering an area of approximately 8.2 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest students being about 4.1 miles away from the school.
- 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:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Nitrauer School's student population of 468 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
468 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Average Class Size
20 students
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 0.64, 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
#330 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
5%
Hispanic
13%
16%
Black
10%
14%
White
56%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Blue Streak
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?
56% of Nitrauer School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nitrauer School?
Nitrauer School has a student ration of 16:1, 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.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
3820585 - Last Day of School
June 04, 2027 (Friday)
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