Serving 421 students in grades 2-5, Trimmer 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 45% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Trimmer El Sch's attendance zone covers the entire school district in York, PA, encompassing approximately 20.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.7 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 5.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Trimmer Elementary School's student population of 421 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
421 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Trimmer 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 Trimmer 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
#1575 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.2%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trimmer Elementary School's ranking?
Trimmer Elementary School is ranked #1575 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Trimmer Elementary School often compared to?
Trimmer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincolnway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Trimmer Elementary School?
421 students attend Trimmer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Trimmer Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Trimmer Elementary School?
Trimmer Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Trimmer Elementary School offer ?
Trimmer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Trimmer Elementary School part of?
Trimmer Elementary School is part of West York Area School District.
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