Serving 677 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Paxtonia Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 677 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paxtonia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Paxtonia Elementary School's student population of 677 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
677 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 15, 2026
School Mascot
Mustang
School Rankings
Paxtonia Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paxtonia Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#521 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
5%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
13%
14%
White
54%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustang
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paxtonia Elementary School's ranking?
Paxtonia Elementary School is ranked #521 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Paxtonia Elementary School often compared to?
Paxtonia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert Reid Elementary School, Nye Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Paxtonia Elementary School?
677 students attend Paxtonia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Paxtonia Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paxtonia Elementary School?
Paxtonia Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Paxtonia Elementary School offer ?
Paxtonia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Paxtonia Elementary School part of?
Paxtonia Elementary School is part of Central Dauphin School District.
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