Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School

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Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School is a public elementary school serving 127 students in grades K-6 in Salisbury, Pennsylvania, which is part of the Salisbury-Elk Lick School District. The school has consistently ranked in the top 50% of Pennsylvania elementary schools over the past 10 years, with a current ranking of 649 out of 1,526 schools.

Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School's performance on PSSA tests is generally above the state average, particularly in Science, where the school has achieved 100% proficiency in recent years. Compared to nearby schools like Marclay School and Eagle View Elementary School, Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School performs well in Math and Science, but lags slightly behind in English Language Arts. The school's strong performance in Science, especially at the 4th-grade level, is a notable strength that could be shared with other local schools.

Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School has a higher percentage of low socioeconomic status (SES) students, with 62.99% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch in 2022-2023, compared to nearby schools like Eagle View Elementary (58.88%) and Rockwood Area Elementary (49.49%). However, the school's performance on PSSA tests for low-SES students is particularly strong, with a ranking of 294 out of 1,432 Pennsylvania elementary schools in this subgroup for the 2023-2024 school year. This suggests that the school has effective strategies for addressing the needs of economically disadvantaged students, which could be valuable for other schools to learn from.


Detail:

Public K-6

 196 Smith Ave
       Salisbury, PA  15558


(814) 662-2733

District: Salisbury-Elk Lick School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
649th of 1,526 Pennsylvania Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $19,436 Help


Students who attend Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School usually attend:

High:    Salisbury-Elk Lick Junior/Senior High School

Student/teacher ratio:  8.6 Help
Number of students:  128

Racial breakdown:

White:
94.5%
Two or more races:
3.9%
African American:
0.8%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  64.1% Help


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Compare Details Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School ranks better than 57.5% of elementary schools in Pennsylvania. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 62.71. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (94.5%), two or more races (3.9%), Asian (0.8%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 64.1% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School is 8.6. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School is $19,436.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School:

SchoolDigger ranks Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School 649th of 1526 Pennsylvania public elementary schools. (See Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School in the ranking list.)

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Salisbury-Elk Lick School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Salisbury-Elk Lick School District 316th of 610 Pennsylvania school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School

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Rank History for all students at Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2003 28.05 1013th 1302 22.2%
2004 42.23 886th 1308 32.3%
2005 50.28 799th 1299 38.5%
2006 58.24 759th 1545 50.9%
2007 61.33 709th 1555 54.4%
2008 78.77 239th 1551 84.6%
2009 73.73 372nd 1549 76.0%
2010 83.04 111th 1579 93.0%
2011 68.03 563rd 1597 64.7%
2012 73.53 435th 1599 72.8%
2013 83.06 132nd 1519 91.3%
2014 64.99 614th 1467 58.1%
2015 69.04 499th 1474 66.1%
2016 78.46 312th 1554 79.9%
2017 75.96 367th 1547 76.3%
2018 71.05 480th 1530 68.6%
2019 67.34 565th 1544 63.4%
2021 61.65 597th 1433 58.3%
2022 61.05 664th 1534 56.7%
2023 64.12 612th 1534 60.1%
2024 62.71 649th 1526 57.5%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 74.73 294th 1432 79.5%
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Rank History for Female students at Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 83.31 196th 1488 86.8%
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Rank History for Male students at Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 54.04 770th 1495 48.5%
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Rank History for White students at Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 51.48 614th 1236 50.3%
2024 45.31 728th 1229 40.8%
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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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Enrollment information for Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 238 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 238
1989 240 0 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 241
1990 239 0 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 240
1991 235 0 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 236
1992 225 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 225
1993 240 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 240
1994 241 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 241
1995 241 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 241
1996 241 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 241
1997 243 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 243
1998 234 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 234
1999 231 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 231
2000 230 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 230
2001 222 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 222
2002 194 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 194
2003 194 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 194
2004 180 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 180
2005 174 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 174
2006 166 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 166
2007 137 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 137
2008 151 1 0 0 0 n/a n/a 1 153
2009 140 2 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 142
2010 127 2 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 129
2011 119 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 121
2012 133 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 135
2013 131 2 0 0 0 0 1 0 134
2014 135 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 137
2015 142 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 145
2016 137 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 139
2017 147 0 1 0 0 0 4 0 152
2018 148 0 1 0 0 0 5 0 154
2019 156 0 1 0 0 0 3 0 160
2020 150 0 3 1 0 0 3 0 157
2021 145 0 2 1 0 0 4 0 152
2022 132 0 1 0 0 0 2 0 135
2023 122 1 1 0 0 0 3 0 127
2024 121 1 1 0 0 0 5 0 128

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 Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 238 17.0 14.0 n/a
1989 241 15.0 16.0 n/a
1990 240 15.0 16.0 0
1991 236 15.0 15.7 n/a
1992 225 18.0 12.5 n/a
1993 240 19.0 12.6 n/a
1994 241 19.0 12.7 n/a
1995 241 19.0 12.7 n/a
1996 241 19.0 12.7 n/a
1997 243 16.0 15.2 n/a
1998 234 16.0 14.6 n/a
1999 231 16.0 14.4 n/a
2000 230 16.0 14.4 40.9
2001 222 16.0 13.9 48.6
2002 194 15.0 12.9 46.4
2003 194 15.0 12.9 46.4
2004 180 14.0 12.9 53.9
2005 174 17.0 10.2 51.7
2006 166 16.0 10.4 42.2
2007 137 14.0 9.8 49.6
2008 153 12.5 12.2 44.7
2009 142 12.3 11.5 46.5
2010 129 13.0 9.8 47.3
2011 121 14.0 8.6 47.9
2012 135 13.9 9.6 53.3
2013 134 14.8 9.0 49.3
2014 137 13.6 10.0 57.7
2015 145 13.0 11.1 55.2
2016 139 11.0 12.6 50.4
2017 152 13.3 11.3 56.6
2018 154 13.3 11.5 53.9
2019 160 13.3 11.9 53.8
2020 157 12.9 12.0 50.3
2021 152 12.9 11.7 52
2022 135 15.3 8.7 54.1
2023 127 13.7 9.2 63
2024 128 14.8 8.6 64.1

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 Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 238 17.0 14.0 n/a
1989 241 15.0 16.0 n/a
1990 240 15.0 16.0 0
1991 236 15.0 15.7 n/a
1992 225 18.0 12.5 n/a
1993 240 19.0 12.6 n/a
1994 241 19.0 12.7 n/a
1995 241 19.0 12.7 n/a
1996 241 19.0 12.7 n/a
1997 243 16.0 15.2 n/a
1998 234 16.0 14.6 n/a
1999 231 16.0 14.4 n/a
2000 230 16.0 14.4 40.9
2001 222 16.0 13.9 48.6
2002 194 15.0 12.9 46.4
2003 194 15.0 12.9 46.4
2004 180 14.0 12.9 53.9
2005 174 17.0 10.2 51.7
2006 166 16.0 10.4 42.2
2007 137 14.0 9.8 49.6
2008 153 12.5 12.2 44.7
2009 142 12.3 11.5 46.5
2010 129 13.0 9.8 47.3
2011 121 14.0 8.6 47.9
2012 135 13.9 9.6 53.3
2013 134 14.8 9.0 49.3
2014 137 13.6 10.0 57.7
2015 145 13.0 11.1 55.2
2016 139 11.0 12.6 50.4
2017 152 13.3 11.3 56.6
2018 154 13.3 11.5 53.9
2019 160 13.3 11.9 53.8
2020 157 12.9 12.0 50.3
2021 152 12.9 11.7 52
2022 135 15.3 8.7 54.1
2023 127 13.7 9.2 63
2024 128 14.8 8.6 64.1

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 Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $2,504 (19.2%) $10,563 (80.8%) $13,068
2020 $3,345 (23.6%) $10,839 (76.4%) $14,184
2021 $4,681 (25.9%) $13,363 (74.1%) $18,044
2022 $6,886 (35.4%) $12,549 (64.6%) $19,436

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

Impact of COVID-19 on Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 565th of 1544 Elementary schoolsRanks 612th of 1534 Elementary schools
 3.3%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade Math (Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School)82.673.6
 9%
   3rd Grade Math (Pennsylvania)5651.7
 4.3%
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School)86.952.7
 34.2%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Pennsylvania)61.954
 7.9%
4th Grade Math (Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School)73.170
 3.1%
   4th Grade Math (Pennsylvania)46.246.5
 0.3%
4th Grade Science (Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School)96.194.8
 1.3%
   4th Grade Science (Pennsylvania)77.874.1
 3.7%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School)65.455
 10.4%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Pennsylvania)63.651.8
 11.8%
5th Grade Math (Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School)36.46.3
 30.1%
   5th Grade Math (Pennsylvania)4342.7
 0.3%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School)5031.3
 18.7%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Pennsylvania)58.553.6
 4.9%
6th Grade Math (Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School)47.661.1
 13.5%
   6th Grade Math (Pennsylvania)3936.4
 2.6%
6th Grade English Language Arts (Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School)57.172.3
 15.2%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Pennsylvania)6355.6
 7.4%
All Grades Math (Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School)60.954.8
 6.1%
   All Grades Math (Pennsylvania)42.439.3
 3.1%
All Grades Science (Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School)96.194.8
 1.3%
   All Grades Science (Pennsylvania)6865.6
 2.4%
All Grades English Language Arts (Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School)65.253.4
 11.8%
   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 Students160127
 20.6%
African American01
American Indian00
Asian11
Hispanic00
Pacific Islander00
White156122
 21.8%
Two or More Races33
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients53.8%63%
 9.2%


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Students who attend Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School usually go on to attend:

High : Salisbury-Elk Lick Junior/Senior High School

Students at Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School are 95% White, 4% Two or more races.

Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School ranks 649th of 1526 Pennsylvania elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

In the 2023-24 school year, 128 students attended Salisbury-Elk Lick Elementary School.


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