GREENCASTLE-ANTRIM PRIMARY SCHOOL

Greencastle-Antrim Pri Sch is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Greencastle-Antrim SD school district, located in Greencastle, PA with about 622 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 2nd Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 37 teachers, Greencastle-Antrim Pri Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Greencastle-Antrim Primary School, located at 504 East Leitersburg Street in Greencastle, Pennsylvania, serves as the foundational educational institution for the Greencastle-Antrim School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment for its youngest students, typically focusing on early childhood and primary grade levels. By prioritizing foundational academic skills alongside social-emotional development, the school aims to prepare children for a successful transition into the intermediate and middle school years.

As a vital part of the Greencastle-Antrim community, the primary school emphasizes a collaborative approach involving educators, families, and the district at large. Through its association with the broader school district (gcasd.org), the primary school benefits from district-wide resources and curriculum alignment designed to meet state standards while catering to the specific needs of its diverse student body. The school remains committed to cultivating a safe, inclusive atmosphere where young learners are encouraged to develop a love for discovery and lifelong learning.

For more information, contact Greencastle-Antrim Pri Sch at (717) 597-3226 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.