Wallace Elementary School serves 427 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Attendance Zone: Wallace El School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in York, PA, covering approximately 20.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wallace Elementary School's student population of 427 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
427 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Wallace 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
21%
16%
Black
14%
14%
White
51%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Wallace Elementary School often compared to?
Wallace Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Conewago Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Wallace Elementary School?
427 students attend Wallace Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Wallace Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wallace Elementary School?
Wallace Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wallace Elementary School offer ?
Wallace Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wallace Elementary School part of?
Wallace Elementary School is part of West York Area School District.
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