Scotland Elementary School

Summary:

Scotland Elementary School is a public elementary school located in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, serving 424 students in grades K-5. The school is part of the Chambersburg Area School District, which is ranked 350 out of 610 school districts in the state.

While Scotland Elementary School has consistently ranked in the bottom half of Pennsylvania elementary schools over the past 10 years, it performs better in Science than in Math and English Language Arts. In 2023-2024, the school's Science proficiency rate was 87.1%, compared to the state average of 65.8% and the district average of 72%. However, the school's Math proficiency rate of 39.4% was lower than the state average of 40.4% and the district average of 37.8%. The school's relatively high percentage of students from low socioeconomic backgrounds, with 45.75% receiving free or reduced-price lunch, may be a contributing factor to its lower academic outcomes.

Compared to nearby schools, New Franklin Elementary School, Hamilton Heights Elementary School, and Nancy Grayson Elementary School in the Shippensburg Area School District generally outperform Scotland Elementary School in academic proficiency. However, Scotland Elementary School does outperform some other schools in the Chambersburg Area School District, such as Benjamin Chambers Elementary School and Stevens Elementary School.


Detail:

Public K-5

 3832 Scotland Main St
       Chambersburg, PA  17202


(717) 261-3460

District: Chambersburg Area School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
865th of 1,526 Pennsylvania Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $15,402 Help


Students who attend Scotland Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:    Chambersburg Area Middle School - North
High:    Chambersburg Area Senior High School

Student/teacher ratio:  14.2 Help
Number of students:  424

Racial breakdown:

White:
75.2%
Two or more races:
10.6%
Hispanic:
7.5%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  45.8% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Scotland Elementary School ranks worse than 56.7% of elementary schools in Pennsylvania. It also ranks 7th among 13 ranked elementary schools in the Chambersburg Area School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 49.83. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (75.2%), two or more races (10.6%), Hispanic (7.5%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 45.8% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Scotland Elementary School is 14.2, which is the 5th best among 13 elementary schools in the Chambersburg Area School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Scotland Elementary School is $15,402. 6 elementary schools in the Chambersburg Area School District spend more per student.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Scotland Elementary School:

SchoolDigger ranks Scotland Elementary School 865th of 1526 Pennsylvania public elementary schools. (See Scotland Elementary School in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


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Chambersburg Area School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Chambersburg Area School District 350th of 610 Pennsylvania school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Scotland Elementary School

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Rank History for all students at Scotland Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2003 77.79 304th 1302 76.7%
2004 70.37 429th 1308 67.2%
2005 57.55 676th 1299 48.0%
2006 38.15 1174th 1545 24.0%
2007 28.14 1290th 1555 17.0%
2008 33.77 1222nd 1551 21.2%
2009 55.78 861st 1549 44.4%
2010 63.88 661st 1579 58.1%
2011 63.33 691st 1597 56.7%
2012 56.41 919th 1599 42.5%
2013 61.50 724th 1519 52.3%
2014 54.05 854th 1467 41.8%
2015 50.89 865th 1474 41.3%
2016 58.97 781st 1554 49.7%
2017 65.53 602nd 1547 61.1%
2018 68.36 550th 1530 64.1%
2019 65.25 611th 1544 60.4%
2021 49.06 836th 1433 41.7%
2022 50.13 892nd 1534 41.9%
2023 43.39 965th 1534 37.1%
2024 49.83 865th 1526 43.3%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Scotland Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 28.27 1072nd 1414 24.2%
2024 37.56 975th 1432 31.9%
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Rank History for Female students at Scotland Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 40.13 976th 1488 34.4%
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Rank History for Disabled students at Scotland Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 21.35 865th 1043 17.1%
2024 41.53 617th 1084 43.1%
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Rank History for Male students at Scotland Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 55.51 742nd 1495 50.4%
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Rank History for White students at Scotland Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 26.98 1003rd 1236 18.9%
2024 42.88 777th 1229 36.8%
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Data source: test scores: Pennsylvania Dept of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Pennsylvania Dept of Education

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All ratings (Avg rating: 2.3)
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Reviews:
by a parent
Wednesday, August 18, 2021

Open Quote The teachers, nurse and principal are wonderful at this school. I’d even say the building is nice. However, the administration is discriminatory against children with health conditions. It’s unfortunate to be paying taxes for a school I can’t use because they won’t follow the recommendations of the pediatrician for my child. Close Quote


by a parent
Thursday, June 27, 2019

Open Quote Principle lack the skills to manage an inclusion school. He needs empathy and special education training. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Scotland Elementary School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 258 5 2 5 0 n/a n/a 0 270
1989 274 3 1 6 0 n/a n/a 0 284
1990 280 3 1 6 0 n/a n/a 0 290
1991 275 3 2 4 0 n/a n/a 0 284
1992 234 2 2 2 0 n/a n/a 0 240
1993 275 5 4 1 0 n/a n/a 0 285
1994 276 4 7 4 0 n/a n/a 0 291
1995 285 4 8 0 0 n/a n/a 0 297
1996 285 4 8 0 0 n/a n/a 0 297
1997 279 7 9 1 2 n/a n/a 0 298
1998 298 9 8 1 1 n/a n/a 0 317
1999 298 4 7 2 2 n/a n/a 0 313
2000 291 5 5 2 0 n/a n/a 0 303
2001 289 3 4 2 0 n/a n/a 0 298
2002 274 9 0 1 1 n/a n/a 0 285
2003 274 9 0 1 1 n/a n/a 0 285
2004 272 7 3 4 0 n/a n/a 0 286
2005 264 18 4 7 0 n/a n/a 0 293
2006 319 21 5 13 0 n/a n/a 0 358
2007 345 29 5 18 0 n/a n/a 0 397
2008 343 22 8 22 0 n/a n/a 0 395
2009 363 15 7 18 0 n/a n/a 15 418
2010 352 13 6 19 1 n/a n/a 17 408
2011 354 18 12 22 3 0 0 0 409
2012 347 18 12 28 2 0 10 0 417
2013 339 19 12 34 1 0 17 0 422
2014 348 21 10 17 1 0 23 0 420
2015 350 17 5 35 2 0 28 0 437
2016 370 25 9 31 2 0 33 0 470
2017 343 19 10 48 0 0 29 0 449
2018 363 17 11 36 0 0 34 0 461
2019 365 10 9 42 0 0 44 0 470
2020 348 13 7 34 0 0 40 0 442
2021 288 14 5 24 0 0 31 0 362
2022 302 11 5 30 0 0 37 0 385
2023 319 11 17 32 0 0 45 0 424

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Scotland Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 270 14.2 19.0 n/a
1989 284 14.4 19.7 n/a
1990 290 13.5 21.4 0
1991 284 13.0 21.8 n/a
1992 240 14.4 16.6 n/a
1993 285 13.0 21.9 n/a
1994 291 12.0 24.3 n/a
1995 297 11.0 27.0 n/a
1996 297 11.0 27.0 n/a
1997 298 11.0 27.1 n/a
1998 317 12.0 26.4 n/a
1999 313 14.0 22.4 n/a
2000 303 14.0 21.6 12.2
2001 298 13.5 22.1 16.8
2002 285 14.8 19.3 15.8
2003 285 14.8 19.3 15.8
2004 286 15.4 18.6 21.3
2005 293 18.0 16.3 15.4
2006 358 19.0 18.8 27.7
2007 397 27.9 14.2 23.4
2008 395 24.4 16.2 19
2009 418 27.8 15.0 22.3
2010 408 25.4 16.0 25.1
2011 409 23.7 17.1 28.1
2012 417 24.8 16.7 28.5
2013 422 27.3 15.4 36.3
2014 420 27.6 15.2 39.3
2015 437 28.0 15.6 41.9
2016 470 26.0 18.0 44.3
2017 449 27.5 16.3 38.3
2018 461 28.7 16.0 34.7
2019 470 29.0 16.1 39.1
2020 442 26.0 16.9 36.4
2021 362 24.4 14.7 36.5
2022 385 26.5 14.4 33.8
2023 424 29.7 14.2 45.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Scotland Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 270 14.2 19.0 n/a
1989 284 14.4 19.7 n/a
1990 290 13.5 21.4 0
1991 284 13.0 21.8 n/a
1992 240 14.4 16.6 n/a
1993 285 13.0 21.9 n/a
1994 291 12.0 24.3 n/a
1995 297 11.0 27.0 n/a
1996 297 11.0 27.0 n/a
1997 298 11.0 27.1 n/a
1998 317 12.0 26.4 n/a
1999 313 14.0 22.4 n/a
2000 303 14.0 21.6 12.2
2001 298 13.5 22.1 16.8
2002 285 14.8 19.3 15.8
2003 285 14.8 19.3 15.8
2004 286 15.4 18.6 21.3
2005 293 18.0 16.3 15.4
2006 358 19.0 18.8 27.7
2007 397 27.9 14.2 23.4
2008 395 24.4 16.2 19
2009 418 27.8 15.0 22.3
2010 408 25.4 16.0 25.1
2011 409 23.7 17.1 28.1
2012 417 24.8 16.7 28.5
2013 422 27.3 15.4 36.3
2014 420 27.6 15.2 39.3
2015 437 28.0 15.6 41.9
2016 470 26.0 18.0 44.3
2017 449 27.5 16.3 38.3
2018 461 28.7 16.0 34.7
2019 470 29.0 16.1 39.1
2020 442 26.0 16.9 36.4
2021 362 24.4 14.7 36.5
2022 385 26.5 14.4 33.8
2023 424 29.7 14.2 45.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Scotland Elementary School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $188 (1.7%) $10,788 (98.3%) $10,976
2020 $144 (1.3%) $11,338 (98.7%) $11,482
2021 $527 (3.7%) $13,567 (96.3%) $14,094
2022 $750 (4.9%) $14,652 (95.1%) $15,402

Data source: Pennsylvania Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Scotland Elementary School

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 611th of 1544 Elementary schoolsRanks 965th of 1534 Elementary schools
 23.3%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade Math (Scotland Elementary School)57.847.4
 10.4%
   3rd Grade Math (Pennsylvania)5651.7
 4.3%
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Scotland Elementary School)73.245.6
 27.6%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Pennsylvania)61.954
 7.9%
4th Grade Math (Scotland Elementary School)66.331.2
 35.1%
   4th Grade Math (Pennsylvania)46.246.5
 0.3%
4th Grade Science (Scotland Elementary School)78.871.9
 6.9%
   4th Grade Science (Pennsylvania)77.874.1
 3.7%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Scotland Elementary School)77.543.8
 33.7%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Pennsylvania)63.651.8
 11.8%
5th Grade Math (Scotland Elementary School)50.638.4
 12.2%
   5th Grade Math (Pennsylvania)4342.7
 0.3%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Scotland Elementary School)6058.3
 1.7%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Pennsylvania)58.553.6
 4.9%
All Grades Math (Scotland Elementary School)5838.6
 19.4%
   All Grades Math (Pennsylvania)42.439.3
 3.1%
All Grades Science (Scotland Elementary School)78.871.9
 6.9%
   All Grades Science (Pennsylvania)6865.6
 2.4%
All Grades English Language Arts (Scotland Elementary School)69.949.2
 20.7%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Pennsylvania)60.953.8
 7.1%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students470424
 9.8%
African American1011
 10%
American Indian00
Asian917
 88.9%
Hispanic4232
 23.8%
Pacific Islander00
White365319
 12.6%
Two or More Races4445
 2.3%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients39.1%45.8%
 6.6%


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Students at Scotland Elementary School are 75% White, 11% Two or more races, 8% Hispanic, 4% Asian, 3% African American.

In the 2022-23 school year, 424 students attended Scotland Elementary School.

Scotland Elementary School ranks 865th of 1526 Pennsylvania elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.


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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.

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