Serving 427 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Tri-community 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 32% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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 82% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tri-Community Elementary School serves the southern part of Harrisburg, PA, covering an area of approximately 4.2 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tri-community Elementary School's student population of 427 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
427 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tri-community 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 Tri-community Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#2055 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
28%
16%
Black
35%
14%
White
18%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tri-community Elementary School's ranking?
Tri-community Elementary School is ranked #2055 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Tri-community Elementary School?
427 students attend Tri-community Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Tri-community Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tri-community Elementary School?
Tri-community Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tri-community Elementary School offer ?
Tri-community Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tri-community Elementary School part of?
Tri-community Elementary School is part of Central Dauphin School District.
In what neighborhood is Tri-community Elementary School located?
Tri-community Elementary School is located in the Bressler Enhaut Oberlin neighborhood of Harrisburg, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in Bressler Enhaut Oberlin.
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