Ross Elementary School

840 N Queen St
Lancaster, PA 17603
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Bottom 50%
Serving 264 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ross 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 264 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 86%
  • : Bottom 50% in PA
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Btm 50%)
  • : 80-89% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Ross Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Ross Elementary School's student population of 264 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
264 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
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Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 9, 2026

School Rankings

Ross 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 Ross Elementary School is 0.64, 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.
This School
State Level (PA)
#1727 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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30-34%
38%
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50-54%
55%
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80-89%
57%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
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American Indian
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n/a
Asian
4%
5%
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Hispanic
56%
15%
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Black
12%
14%
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White
14%
61%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.64
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Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
3%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ross Elementary School's ranking?
Ross Elementary School is ranked #1727 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Ross Elementary School?
264 students attend Ross Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Ross Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ross Elementary School?
Ross Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ross Elementary School offer ?
Ross Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ross Elementary School part of?
Ross Elementary School is part of Lancaster School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 264 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 86%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Btm 50%)
  • : 80-89% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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