Serving 821 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Steelton-highspire 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 6% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower 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 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 821 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Steelton-Highspire El Sch's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Harrisburg, PA, covering approximately 2.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.6 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 4.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Steelton-highspire Elementary School's student population of 821 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
821 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Steelton-highspire 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 Steelton-highspire Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#2679 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Hispanic
28%
16%
Black
48%
14%
White
9%
60%
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Rollers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Steelton-highspire Elementary School's ranking?
Steelton-highspire Elementary School is ranked #2679 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Steelton-highspire Elementary School often compared to?
Steelton-highspire Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newberry Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Steelton-highspire Elementary School?
821 students attend Steelton-highspire Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Steelton-highspire Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Steelton-highspire Elementary School?
Steelton-highspire Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Steelton-highspire Elementary School offer ?
Steelton-highspire Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Steelton-highspire Elementary School part of?
Steelton-highspire Elementary School is part of Steelton-Highspire School District.
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