Serving 389 students in grades Kindergarten-5, South Mountain Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: South Mountain El Sch serves the northwest part of Dillsburg, PA, covering an area of approximately 19.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of about 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 6.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Mountain Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
South Mountain Elementary School's student population of 389 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
389 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Rankings
South Mountain Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Mountain Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#649 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
White
90%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-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 South Mountain Elementary School's ranking?
South Mountain Elementary School is ranked #649 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are South Mountain Elementary School often compared to?
South Mountain Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northern Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend South Mountain Elementary School?
389 students attend South Mountain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of South Mountain Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Mountain Elementary School?
South Mountain Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Mountain Elementary School offer ?
South Mountain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Mountain Elementary School part of?
South Mountain Elementary School is part of Northern York County School District.
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