Serving 417 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Rossmoyne Elementary School ranks in the top 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 56% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rossmoyne Elementary School serves the northwest part of Mechanicsburg, PA, covering an area of approximately 9.7 square miles. Families typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being around 2.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rossmoyne Elementary School's student population of 417 students has grown by 119% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 113% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
417 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Motto
Providing this generation with a quality education serving as a foundation for responsible and successful citizenship.
School Rankings
Rossmoyne Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rossmoyne Elementary School is 0.60, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1214 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
19%
16%
Black
7%
14%
White
60%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rossmoyne Elementary School's ranking?
Rossmoyne Elementary School is ranked #1214 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Rossmoyne Elementary School often compared to?
Rossmoyne Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fink Elementary School, Jersey Shore Area Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Rossmoyne Elementary School?
417 students attend Rossmoyne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Rossmoyne Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rossmoyne Elementary School?
Rossmoyne Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rossmoyne Elementary School offer ?
Rossmoyne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rossmoyne Elementary School part of?
Rossmoyne Elementary School is part of West Shore School District.
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