Serving 603 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Frankstown 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 65% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (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 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 603 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frankstown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Frankstown Elementary School's student population of 603 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
603 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Frankstown 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 Frankstown Elementary School is 0.13, which is less 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
#425 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
93%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frankstown Elementary School's ranking?
Frankstown Elementary School is ranked #425 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Frankstown Elementary School often compared to?
Frankstown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charles W Longer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Frankstown Elementary School?
603 students attend Frankstown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Frankstown Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frankstown Elementary School?
Frankstown Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Frankstown Elementary School offer ?
Frankstown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Frankstown Elementary School part of?
Frankstown Elementary School is part of Hollidaysburg Area School District.
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