Serving 661 students in grades 3-5, Greencastle-antrim Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 661 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 86% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greencastle-antrim Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Greencastle-antrim Elementary School's student population of 661 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
661 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Greencastle-antrim Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greencastle-antrim Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#943 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
85%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greencastle-antrim Elementary School's ranking?
Greencastle-antrim Elementary School is ranked #943 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Greencastle-antrim Elementary School often compared to?
Greencastle-antrim Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Greencastle-antrim Elementary School?
661 students attend Greencastle-antrim Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Greencastle-antrim Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greencastle-antrim Elementary School?
Greencastle-antrim Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Greencastle-antrim Elementary School offer ?
Greencastle-antrim Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Greencastle-antrim Elementary School part of?
Greencastle-antrim Elementary School is part of Greencastle-Antrim School District.
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