Elementary Schools in Lancaster School District


Summary:

The Lancaster School District in Pennsylvania is home to 13 elementary schools serving students from kindergarten through 5th grade. While the district as a whole is performing below average compared to other districts in the state, a few standout schools within the district are excelling academically.

Wickersham Elementary School is the highest-ranked school in the district, ranking 995 out of 1,526 Pennsylvania elementary schools and earning a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger. Wickersham significantly outperforms the district and state averages in math, science, and English language arts proficiency. Similarly, Wharton Elementary School and Ross Elementary School are also among the top-performing schools in the district, with strong academic achievement across multiple subjects.

In contrast, the Lancaster School District as a whole is ranked 495 out of 610 school districts in Pennsylvania and is rated 1 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger, indicating below-average performance. The district's elementary schools exhibit significant variation in test scores, with the top-performing schools far exceeding the district and state averages, while other schools struggle to meet proficiency standards. This disparity in academic achievement within the same district suggests opportunities for targeted interventions and support to help raise overall student outcomes.

District Detail

 251 S Prince St
Lancaster, PA 17603

 (717) 291-6121

SchoolDigger Rank:
495th of 610 Pennsylvania districts

See the 2024 Pennsylvania District rankings!
Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students: 10,032

Primary Schools: 13
Middle Schools: 4
High Schools: 2
Alternative Schools: 0
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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