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Mowrey Elementary School

Summary:

Mowrey Elementary School is a public elementary school located in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania, serving grades K-5 with a total enrollment of 513 students. The school is part of the Waynesboro Area School District, which is ranked 327 out of 610 school districts in Pennsylvania and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Mowrey Elementary School has consistently ranked in the bottom half of Pennsylvania elementary schools over the past 10 years, with proficiency rates in PSSA Math (47.2%) and PSSA English Language Arts (46.4%) below the state averages. However, the school's PSSA Science proficiency rate of 82.6% is significantly higher than the state average of 65.8%. The school has a higher percentage of White students (78.2%) and a higher percentage of students from low socioeconomic backgrounds (54.58%) compared to the state average. While Mowrey's student-teacher ratio of 13.4 is relatively low, its per-student spending of $13,873 is lower than some nearby schools, such as Fayetteville Elementary School and Guilford Hills Elementary School in the Chambersburg Area School District.

The consistent underperformance of Mowrey Elementary School, particularly in Math and English Language Arts, suggests a need for targeted interventions and support to improve student learning outcomes. However, the school's strengths in science education and its relatively low student-teacher ratio indicate that there may be opportunities for improvement with the right strategies. By learning from the practices of higher-performing nearby schools, such as Summitview Elementary School and Hooverville Elementary School, Mowrey Elementary School may be able to address its areas of weakness and provide a more well-rounded educational experience for its students.


Detail:

Public K-5

 7891 Tomstown Road
       Waynesboro, PA  17268

(717) 762-1191

District: Waynesboro Area School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
868th of 1,526 Pennsylvania Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $13,873 Help


Students who attend Mowrey Elementary School usually attend:

High:    Waynesboro Area Senior High School

Student/teacher ratio:  13.4 Help
Number of students:  513

Racial breakdown:

White:
90.8%
Two or more races:
3.9%
Hispanic:
2.7%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  54.6% Help


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Compare Details Mowrey Elementary School ranks worse than 56.9% of elementary schools in Pennsylvania. It also ranks 3rd among 4 ranked elementary schools in the Waynesboro Area School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 49.77. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (90.8%), two or more races (3.9%), Hispanic (2.7%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 54.6% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Mowrey Elementary School is 13.4, which is the lowest among 4 elementary schools in the Waynesboro Area School District! (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Mowrey Elementary School is $13,873, which is the highest among 4 elementary schools in the Waynesboro Area School District!
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Mowrey Elementary School:

SchoolDigger ranks Mowrey Elementary School 868th of 1526 Pennsylvania public elementary schools. (See Mowrey Elementary School in the ranking list.)

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Waynesboro Area School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Waynesboro Area School District 327th of 610 Pennsylvania school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Mowrey Elementary School

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Rank History for all students at Mowrey Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2003 49.69 763rd 1302 41.4%
2004 52.51 736th 1308 43.7%
2005 56.73 688th 1299 47.0%
2006 57.59 775th 1545 49.8%
2007 56.31 822nd 1555 47.1%
2008 49.84 979th 1551 36.9%
2009 47.51 1032nd 1549 33.4%
2010 57.76 843rd 1579 46.6%
2011 55.23 901st 1597 43.6%
2012 62.69 764th 1599 52.2%
2013 57.85 822nd 1519 45.9%
2014 63.43 655th 1467 55.4%
2015 58.07 742nd 1474 49.7%
2016 62.38 699th 1554 55.0%
2017 48.81 944th 1547 39.0%
2018 55.55 813th 1530 46.9%
2019 64.87 619th 1544 59.9%
2021 53.80 757th 1433 47.2%
2022 49.48 906th 1534 40.9%
2023 39.06 1038th 1534 32.3%
2024 49.77 868th 1526 43.1%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Mowrey Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 34.67 1010th 1414 28.6%
2024 53.34 729th 1432 49.1%
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Rank History for Female students at Mowrey Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 49.38 850th 1488 42.9%
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Rank History for Disabled students at Mowrey Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 26.45 791st 1043 24.2%
2024 43.04 590th 1084 45.6%
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Rank History for Male students at Mowrey Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 48.26 865th 1495 42.1%
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Rank History for White students at Mowrey Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 18.46 1100th 1236 11.0%
2024 31.09 938th 1229 23.7%
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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 Mowrey Elementary School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 263 1 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 264
1989 292 1 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 294
1990 627 7 1 4 0 n/a n/a 0 639
1991 616 2 0 5 1 n/a n/a 0 624
1992 609 5 2 6 1 n/a n/a 0 623
1993 599 6 2 9 1 n/a n/a 0 617
1994 559 4 1 15 1 n/a n/a 0 580
1995 581 5 1 9 1 n/a n/a 0 597
1996 581 5 1 9 1 n/a n/a 0 597
1997 585 6 2 5 1 n/a n/a 0 599
1998 605 4 4 8 0 n/a n/a 0 621
1999 585 6 2 7 0 n/a n/a 0 600
2000 574 6 2 7 0 n/a n/a 0 589
2001 567 7 2 3 1 n/a n/a 0 580
2002 556 8 3 2 1 n/a n/a 0 570
2003 556 8 3 2 1 n/a n/a 0 570
2004 527 8 3 1 2 n/a n/a 0 541
2005 514 8 1 4 1 n/a n/a 0 528
2006 549 4 2 3 1 n/a n/a 0 559
2007 577 5 2 6 1 n/a n/a 0 591
2008 554 7 1 4 1 n/a n/a 0 567
2009 553 8 1 8 0 n/a n/a 0 570
2010 567 6 1 7 0 n/a n/a 0 581
2011 544 9 0 9 0 1 3 0 566
2012 536 7 0 9 0 0 6 0 558
2013 520 9 0 13 1 0 10 0 553
2014 550 8 1 16 1 0 15 0 591
2015 584 12 1 15 2 0 22 0 636
2016 556 11 1 13 1 0 22 0 604
2017 538 8 1 18 1 0 25 0 591
2018 406 7 0 15 1 0 25 0 454
2019 379 6 1 10 1 0 23 0 420
2020 373 5 1 12 1 0 20 0 412
2021 418 11 2 12 1 0 26 0 470
2022 452 8 2 13 1 0 25 0 501
2023 466 10 2 14 1 0 20 0 513

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 Mowrey Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 264 15.0 17.6 n/a
1989 294 17.0 17.2 n/a
1990 639 35.0 18.2 0
1991 624 34.0 18.3 n/a
1992 623 33.0 18.8 n/a
1993 617 33.0 18.7 n/a
1994 580 32.0 18.1 n/a
1995 597 32.0 18.7 n/a
1996 597 32.0 18.7 n/a
1997 599 30.0 20.0 n/a
1998 621 32.0 19.4 n/a
1999 600 32.0 18.8 n/a
2000 589 32.5 18.1 35.3
2001 580 33.5 17.3 31.9
2002 570 39.1 14.6 33.2
2003 570 39.1 14.6 33.2
2004 541 33.7 16.1 34
2005 528 35.6 14.8 35.8
2006 559 38.4 14.6 29.3
2007 591 36.6 16.1 26.2
2008 567 37.8 15.0 29.5
2009 570 41.0 13.9 35.6
2010 581 42.0 13.8 36
2011 566 37.2 15.1 36.6
2012 558 35.2 15.8 35.5
2013 553 35.5 15.5 36.3
2014 591 35.7 16.5 44.3
2015 636 39.0 16.3 50.9
2016 604 37.0 16.3 51.7
2017 591 36.9 15.9 54.8
2018 454 33.7 13.4 55.1
2019 420 32.4 12.9 54.8
2020 412 31.4 13.1 51.5
2021 470 35.5 13.2 52.3
2022 501 37.4 13.3 47.1
2023 513 38.1 13.4 54.6

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 Mowrey Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 264 15.0 17.6 n/a
1989 294 17.0 17.2 n/a
1990 639 35.0 18.2 0
1991 624 34.0 18.3 n/a
1992 623 33.0 18.8 n/a
1993 617 33.0 18.7 n/a
1994 580 32.0 18.1 n/a
1995 597 32.0 18.7 n/a
1996 597 32.0 18.7 n/a
1997 599 30.0 20.0 n/a
1998 621 32.0 19.4 n/a
1999 600 32.0 18.8 n/a
2000 589 32.5 18.1 35.3
2001 580 33.5 17.3 31.9
2002 570 39.1 14.6 33.2
2003 570 39.1 14.6 33.2
2004 541 33.7 16.1 34
2005 528 35.6 14.8 35.8
2006 559 38.4 14.6 29.3
2007 591 36.6 16.1 26.2
2008 567 37.8 15.0 29.5
2009 570 41.0 13.9 35.6
2010 581 42.0 13.8 36
2011 566 37.2 15.1 36.6
2012 558 35.2 15.8 35.5
2013 553 35.5 15.5 36.3
2014 591 35.7 16.5 44.3
2015 636 39.0 16.3 50.9
2016 604 37.0 16.3 51.7
2017 591 36.9 15.9 54.8
2018 454 33.7 13.4 55.1
2019 420 32.4 12.9 54.8
2020 412 31.4 13.1 51.5
2021 470 35.5 13.2 52.3
2022 501 37.4 13.3 47.1
2023 513 38.1 13.4 54.6

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.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Mowrey Elementary School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $280 (2.1%) $12,880 (97.9%) $13,159
2020 $189 (1.5%) $12,714 (98.5%) $12,902
2021 $857 (6.6%) $12,197 (93.4%) $13,054
2022 $2,249 (16.2%) $11,624 (83.8%) $13,873

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

Impact of COVID-19 on Mowrey 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 619th of 1544 Elementary schoolsRanks 1038th of 1534 Elementary schools
 27.6%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 % proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
3rd Grade Math (Mowrey Elementary School)73.249.5
 23.7%
   3rd Grade Math (Pennsylvania)5651.7
 4.3%
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Mowrey Elementary School)69.648.4
 21.2%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Pennsylvania)61.954
 7.9%
4th Grade Math (Mowrey Elementary School)46.927.7
 19.2%
   4th Grade Math (Pennsylvania)46.246.5
 0.3%
4th Grade Science (Mowrey Elementary School)89.172.3
 16.8%
   4th Grade Science (Pennsylvania)77.874.1
 3.7%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Mowrey Elementary School)68.827.7
 41.1%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Pennsylvania)63.651.8
 11.8%
5th Grade Math (Mowrey Elementary School)48.935.6
 13.3%
   5th Grade Math (Pennsylvania)4342.7
 0.3%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Mowrey Elementary School)64.550.7
 13.8%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Pennsylvania)58.553.6
 4.9%
All Grades Math (Mowrey Elementary School)54.739
 15.7%
   All Grades Math (Pennsylvania)42.439.3
 3.1%
All Grades Science (Mowrey Elementary School)89.172.3
 16.8%
   All Grades Science (Pennsylvania)6865.6
 2.4%
All Grades English Language Arts (Mowrey Elementary School)67.243.3
 23.9%
   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 Students420513
 22.1%
African American610
 66.7%
American Indian11
Asian12
 100%
Hispanic1014
 40%
Pacific Islander00
White379466
 23%
Two or More Races2320
 13%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients54.8%54.6%
 0.2%

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Students at Mowrey Elementary School are 91% White, 4% Two or more races, 3% Hispanic, 2% African American.

In the 2022-23 school year, 513 students attended Mowrey Elementary School.

Mowrey Elementary School ranks 868th of 1526 Pennsylvania elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

Students who attend Mowrey Elementary School usually go on to attend:

High : Waynesboro Area Senior High School


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