Derry Elementary School serves 160 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 was lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 9% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
160 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
7%
14%
White
91%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Derry Elementary School?
160 students attend Derry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Derry Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Derry Elementary School?
Derry Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Derry Elementary School offer ?
Derry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Derry Elementary School part of?
Derry Elementary School is part of Mifflin County School District.
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