Serving 283 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Neff School ranks in the top 10% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Neff School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Neff School's student population of 283 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
283 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Neff School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Neff School is 0.51, which is less 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
#240 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
17%
16%
Black
2%
14%
White
68%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Neff School's ranking?
Neff School is ranked #240 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Neff School often compared to?
Neff Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nitrauer School, John R Bonfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Neff School?
283 students attend Neff School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Neff School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Neff School?
Neff School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Neff School offer ?
Neff School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Neff School part of?
Neff School is part of Manheim Township School District.
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