Serving 646 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Susquenita Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 40% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower 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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 646 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Susquenita El Sch's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Duncannon, PA, covering approximately 91.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Susquenita Elementary School's student population of 646 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
646 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Motto
EDUCATING AND EMPOWERING TODAY’S LEARNER; GRADUATING TOMORROW’S FUTURE.
School Rankings
Susquenita 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 Susquenita Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#1667 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
1%
14%
White
85%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Susquenita Elementary School's ranking?
Susquenita Elementary School is ranked #1667 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Susquenita Elementary School often compared to?
Susquenita Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carroll Elementary School, Greenwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Susquenita Elementary School?
646 students attend Susquenita Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Susquenita Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Susquenita Elementary School?
Susquenita Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Susquenita Elementary School offer ?
Susquenita Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Susquenita Elementary School part of?
Susquenita Elementary School is part of Susquenita School District.
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