Serving 792 students in grades 3-5, Thomas W Holtzman Jr 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 23% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 792 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Thomas W Holtzman Jr El Sch's attendance zone covers the entire Harrisburg, PA school district, encompassing approximately 15.3 square miles. The area typically allows for a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles from the school to the zone edge and a maximum distance of 5 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School's student population of 792 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
792 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Motto
World Class. Every Day. In Every Way.
School Rankings
Thomas W Holtzman Jr 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 Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School is 0.79, 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
#2211 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
5%
Hispanic
18%
16%
Black
30%
14%
White
17%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School's ranking?
Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School is ranked #2211 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School often compared to?
Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Commonwealth Charter Academy Charter School, Linglestown Elementary School, Benjamin Franklin School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School?
792 students attend Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, and 14% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School?
Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School offer ?
Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School part of?
Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School is part of Susquehanna Township School District.
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