Weigelstown Elementary School

3205 Carlisle Rd
Dover, PA 17315
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 329 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Weigelstown Elementary School ranks in the top 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 45-49% (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 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 329 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 38%
  • : Top 50% in PA
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Weigelstown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Weigelstown Elementary School's student population of 329 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
329 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

School Rankings

Weigelstown 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 Weigelstown Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (PA)
#1151 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
45-49%
38%
55-59%
55%
75-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
24%
15%
Black
5%
14%
White
62%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.56
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Weigelstown Elementary School's ranking?
Weigelstown Elementary School is ranked #1151 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 Weigelstown Elementary School?
329 students attend Weigelstown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Weigelstown Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Weigelstown Elementary School?
Weigelstown Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Weigelstown Elementary School offer ?
Weigelstown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Weigelstown Elementary School part of?
Weigelstown Elementary School is part of Dover Area School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 329 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 38%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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