Serving 675 students in grades 2-5, Scenic Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 675 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Scenic Hills Elementary School serves the northeast part of Springfield, PA, covering an area of approximately 3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 1.9 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scenic Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Scenic Hills Elementary School's student population of 675 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
675 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Learn today, lead tomorrow!
School Rankings
Scenic Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scenic Hills Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#80 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
4%
16%
Black
4%
14%
White
83%
60%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.9%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scenic Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Scenic Hills Elementary School is ranked #80 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Scenic Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Scenic Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sabold Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Scenic Hills Elementary School?
675 students attend Scenic Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Scenic Hills Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scenic Hills Elementary School?
Scenic Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Scenic Hills Elementary School offer ?
Scenic Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Scenic Hills Elementary School part of?
Scenic Hills Elementary School is part of Springfield School District.
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