Serving 460 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Scotland 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 50-54% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Scotland Elementary School's student population of 460 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
460 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Scotland 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 Scotland Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#1607 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
7%
16%
Black
4%
14%
White
73%
60%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scotland Elementary School's ranking?
Scotland Elementary School is ranked #1607 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Scotland Elementary School often compared to?
Scotland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grandview Elementary School, Guilford Hills 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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Scotland Elementary School?
460 students attend Scotland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Scotland Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scotland Elementary School?
Scotland Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Scotland Elementary School offer ?
Scotland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Scotland Elementary School part of?
Scotland Elementary School is part of Chambersburg Area School District.
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