Serving 342 students in grades 1-5, Pine Street 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 72% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Pine Street Elementary School serves the northwest part of Palmyra, PA, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families within this zone typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pine Street Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pine Street Elementary School's student population of 342 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
342 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pine Street 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 Pine Street Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#159 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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)11.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
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 Pine Street Elementary School's ranking?
Pine Street Elementary School is ranked #159 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pine Street Elementary School often compared to?
Pine Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forge Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pine Street Elementary School?
342 students attend Pine Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Pine Street Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pine Street Elementary School?
Pine Street Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pine Street Elementary School offer ?
Pine Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pine Street Elementary School part of?
Pine Street Elementary School is part of Palmyra Area School District.
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