Serving 643 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Larry J. Macaluso Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 643 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Larry J. Macaluso Elementary School's student population of 643 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
643 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Larry J. Macaluso Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Larry J. Macaluso Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#1554 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
7%
14%
White
79%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
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 Larry J. Macaluso Elementary School's ranking?
Larry J. Macaluso Elementary School is ranked #1554 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Larry J. Macaluso Elementary School often compared to?
Larry J. Macaluso Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant View Elementary School, Locust Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Larry J. Macaluso Elementary School?
643 students attend Larry J. Macaluso Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Larry J. Macaluso Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Larry J. Macaluso Elementary School?
Larry J. Macaluso Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Larry J. Macaluso Elementary School offer ?
Larry J. Macaluso Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Larry J. Macaluso Elementary School part of?
Larry J. Macaluso Elementary School is part of Red Lion Area School District.
School Reviews
1 4/20/2021
The majority of the teachers at this school should NOT be teachers. The zero tolerance for bullying is a joke, they HIGHLY tolerate it. This is the worst elementary school in the Red Lion school district.
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