ELMWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Elmwood El Sch is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Mechanicsburg Area SD school district, located in Mechanicsburg, PA with about 469 students offering grade levels from 1st Grade to 5th Grade. 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 34 teachers, Elmwood El Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.
Elmwood Elementary School is a public school located in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, serving students in grades K–5 as part of the Mechanicsburg Area School District. Situated in a residential area, the school is known for fostering a close-knit community atmosphere. It focuses on providing a well-rounded academic foundation, emphasizing core subjects such as literacy and mathematics, while supporting the social and emotional development of its young learners.
The school is characterized by a dedicated teaching staff that prioritizes student engagement and collaborative learning. Beyond the standard curriculum, Elmwood Elementary encourages student participation in various extracurricular activities and school events that promote school spirit and community involvement. With a commitment to inclusivity and academic growth, the school aims to prepare its students for a successful transition to middle school while maintaining strong communication and partnerships with parents and local families.
For more information, contact Elmwood El Sch at (717) 691-4578 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(717) 691-4578
ELMWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Mechanicsburg, PA with about 469 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Pennsylvania
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Mechanicsburg Area SD
- Total Students:
- 469
- Teachers:
- 34.8
- 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 schoolwide eligible-Title I targeted assistance program
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 469 students
- White
- 63.1%
- Black or African American
- 20.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 7.0%
- Two or more races
- 5.5%
- Asian
- 3.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 49.5%
- Male
- 50.5%
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.