Serving 373 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Upper Dauphin Area Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Upper Dauphin Area El Sch's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Lykens, PA, covering approximately 89.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.3 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Upper Dauphin Area Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Upper Dauphin Area Elementary School's student population of 373 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
373 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to empower our students to be lifelong learners in order to reach their greatest potential.
School Rankings
Upper Dauphin Area 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 Upper Dauphin Area Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#1397 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Upper Dauphin Area Elementary School's ranking?
Upper Dauphin Area Elementary School is ranked #1397 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Upper Dauphin Area Elementary School often compared to?
Upper Dauphin Area Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Franklin School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Upper Dauphin Area Elementary School?
373 students attend Upper Dauphin Area Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Upper Dauphin Area Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Upper Dauphin Area Elementary School?
Upper Dauphin Area Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Upper Dauphin Area Elementary School offer ?
Upper Dauphin Area Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Upper Dauphin Area Elementary School part of?
Upper Dauphin Area Elementary School is part of Upper Dauphin Area School District.
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