Serving 7 students in grades 6-12, Price 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 <50% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 7 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Price School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Hummelstown, PA, encompassing approximately 96.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 14.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Price's student population of 7 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
7 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Price 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 Price is 0.24, 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
#1466 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
16%
Black
n/a
14%
White
86%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Price's ranking?
Price is ranked #1466 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Price?
7 students attend Price.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Price students are White, and 14% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Price?
Price has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Price offer ?
Price offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Price part of?
Price is part of Lower Dauphin School District.
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