Serving 393 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Phillips 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 30% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% 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: 393 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Phillips El Sch serves the southern part of Harrisburg, PA, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Most families can expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest boundary being about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Phillips Elementary School's student population of 393 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
393 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Phillips 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 Phillips Elementary School is 0.79, 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
#2009 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
18%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
19%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
29%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
23%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
11%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (16-17)
6%
3%
Showing 2008–2017. View full 18-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Red, and White
School Mascot
Falcon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phillips Elementary School's ranking?
Phillips Elementary School is ranked #2009 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Phillips Elementary School?
393 students attend Phillips Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Phillips Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Phillips Elementary School?
Phillips Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Phillips Elementary School offer ?
Phillips Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Phillips Elementary School part of?
Phillips Elementary School is part of Central Dauphin School District.
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