Serving 229 students in grades 1-5, Northside Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 229 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northside Elementary School serves the northwest part of Palmyra, PA, covering an attendance area of approximately 8.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.3 miles from the school to the zone's edge, extending up to 2.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Northside Elementary School's student population of 229 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
229 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northside Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northside Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#185 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-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 Northside Elementary School's ranking?
Northside Elementary School is ranked #185 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Northside Elementary School often compared to?
Northside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forge Road Elementary School, Lingle Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Northside Elementary School?
229 students attend Northside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Northside Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% 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 Northside Elementary School?
Northside Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northside Elementary School offer ?
Northside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northside Elementary School part of?
Northside Elementary School is part of Palmyra Area School District.
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