Serving 193 students in grades Kindergarten-5, North Dickinson 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 193 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Dickinson El Sch serves the southwest part of Carlisle, PA, covering an area of approximately 29.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Dickinson Elementary School's student population of 193 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
193 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Motto
Go Broncos!
School Rankings
North Dickinson 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 North Dickinson Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#866 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Dickinson Elementary School's ranking?
North Dickinson Elementary School is ranked #866 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are North Dickinson Elementary School often compared to?
North Dickinson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt Holly Springs Elementary School, Crestview Elementary School, Mooreland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend North Dickinson Elementary School?
193 students attend North Dickinson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of North Dickinson Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Dickinson Elementary School?
North Dickinson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Dickinson Elementary School offer ?
North Dickinson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Dickinson Elementary School part of?
North Dickinson Elementary School is part of Carlisle Area School District.
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