Serving 310 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lawnton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lawnton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Lawnton Elementary School's student population of 310 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
310 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
ONE STEP AT A TIME, EVERY CHILD LEARNS, EVERY CHILD GROWS!
School Rankings
Lawnton 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 Lawnton Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1853 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
47%
5%
Hispanic
14%
16%
Black
20%
14%
White
9%
60%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawnton Elementary School's ranking?
Lawnton Elementary School is ranked #1853 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Lawnton Elementary School often compared to?
Lawnton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Linglestown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Lawnton Elementary School?
310 students attend Lawnton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Lawnton Elementary School students are Asian, 20% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lawnton Elementary School?
Lawnton Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lawnton Elementary School offer ?
Lawnton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lawnton Elementary School part of?
Lawnton Elementary School is part of Central Dauphin School District.
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