Serving 415 students in grades Kindergarten-3, York Twp 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 12:1 is lower than 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 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
York Twp Elementary School's student population of 415 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
415 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Dedication to Excellence
School Rankings
York Twp 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 York Twp Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#1151 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
18%
16%
Black
11%
14%
White
62%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is York Twp Elementary School's ranking?
York Twp 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 York Twp Elementary School?
415 students attend York Twp Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of York Twp Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of York Twp Elementary School?
York Twp Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does York Twp Elementary School offer ?
York Twp Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is York Twp Elementary School part of?
York Twp Elementary School is part of Dallastown Area School District.
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