Serving 511 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower 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 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Park El Sch's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Columbia, PA, encompassing an area of approximately 2.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Park Elementary School's student population of 511 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
511 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Park Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#2322 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
44%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
5%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Crimson and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park Elementary School's ranking?
Park Elementary School is ranked #2322 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Park Elementary School?
511 students attend Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Park Elementary School?
Park Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Park Elementary School offer ?
Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Park Elementary School part of?
Park Elementary School is part of Columbia Borough School District.
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