Serving 321 students in grades 1-3, Upper Allen Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 39% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-3
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Upper Allen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Upper Allen Elementary School's student population of 321 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
321 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Upper Allen Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Upper Allen Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#829 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
14%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Upper Allen Elementary School's ranking?
Upper Allen Elementary School is ranked #829 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Upper Allen Elementary School often compared to?
Upper Allen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elmwood Academy, Halifax Area Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Upper Allen Elementary School?
321 students attend Upper Allen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Upper Allen Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Upper Allen Elementary School?
Upper Allen Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Upper Allen Elementary School offer ?
Upper Allen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Upper Allen Elementary School part of?
Upper Allen Elementary School is part of Mechanicsburg Area School District.
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