FARMDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Farmdale El Sch is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Hempfield SD school district, located in Mount Joy, PA with about 536 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th 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 35 teachers, Farmdale El Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Farmdale Elementary School is a public school serving students in kindergarten through 6th grade, located in Mount Joy, Pennsylvania. It is part of the Hempfield School District, a well-regarded district that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and a strong partnership between the home and the school community. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive and nurturing environment where students are encouraged to reach their full potential through a comprehensive curriculum that balances core academics with social-emotional learning.

The school is deeply integrated into the larger Hempfield community, focusing on preparing students for success in middle school and beyond. With a commitment to modern educational practices, Farmdale utilizes a variety of resources to engage students in both traditional subjects and enrichment activities. Parents and guardians are often encouraged to participate in school events and volunteer opportunities, which helps cultivate the tight-knit, collaborative atmosphere that defines the school's culture.

For more information, contact Farmdale El Sch at (717) 898-5595 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

695 Prospect Rd
Mount Joy, PA 17552-9327
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FARMDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Mount Joy, PA with about 536 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Pennsylvania

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Hempfield SD
Total Students:
536
Teachers:
35.97
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 536 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending FARMDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 78% of the student body.

White
77.8%
Hispanic/Latino
13.6%
Black or African American
4.5%
Two or more races
2.4%
Asian
1.7%

Female
50.0%
Male
50.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.