Serving 281 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Paxtang Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower 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 81% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Paxtang Elementary School serves the southern part of Harrisburg, PA, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paxtang Elementary School's student population of 281 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
281 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
3 acres
School Motto
Unlocking our Potential...to the fullest!
School Rankings
Paxtang 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 Paxtang Elementary School is 0.80, 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
#1649 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
16%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
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)17.4%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (16-17)
7%
3%
Showing 2008–2017. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Puma
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paxtang Elementary School's ranking?
Paxtang Elementary School is ranked #1649 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Paxtang Elementary School often compared to?
Paxtang Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lawnton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Paxtang Elementary School?
281 students attend Paxtang Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
26% of Paxtang Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paxtang Elementary School?
Paxtang Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Paxtang Elementary School offer ?
Paxtang Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Paxtang Elementary School part of?
Paxtang Elementary School is part of Central Dauphin School District.
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