Serving 176 students in grades 5-6, Rommelt 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rommelt El Sch's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Williamsport, PA, covering approximately 35.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 9.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rommelt Elementary School's student population of 176 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
176 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Rankings
Rommelt 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 Rommelt Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#1562 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
91%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rommelt Elementary School's ranking?
Rommelt Elementary School is ranked #1562 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Rommelt Elementary School?
176 students attend Rommelt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Rommelt Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rommelt Elementary School?
Rommelt Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rommelt Elementary School offer ?
Rommelt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rommelt Elementary School part of?
Rommelt Elementary School is part of South Williamsport Area School District.
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