Paxtang El Sch
294 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
School Overview
Paxtang Elementary School, located at 3530 Rutherford Street in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, serves as a cornerstone of the Central Dauphin School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment for students in the primary grades, emphasizing a strong foundation in core academic subjects such as reading, mathematics, and science. With a focus on student-centered instruction, the faculty and staff work to integrate modern educational practices with a curriculum designed to prepare children for their future academic journeys, while promoting social-emotional development and civic responsibility within the local community.
Beyond academics, Paxtang Elementary is known for its commitment to creating a vibrant school culture that encourages parent and community involvement. The school offers various programs and extracurricular opportunities that aim to nurture the diverse talents and interests of its student body. By prioritizing effective communication and collaboration between home and school, Paxtang strives to ensure that every student feels valued and empowered to achieve their personal best in a safe and welcoming setting.
Beyond academics, Paxtang Elementary is known for its commitment to creating a vibrant school culture that encourages parent and community involvement. The school offers various programs and extracurricular opportunities that aim to nurture the diverse talents and interests of its student body. By prioritizing effective communication and collaboration between home and school, Paxtang strives to ensure that every student feels valued and empowered to achieve their personal best in a safe and welcoming setting.
294
Total Students
20.8
Full-Time Teachers
14.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 76 |
| Hispanic | 51 |
| Black | 78 |
| Asian | 56 |
| Two or More | 31 |
| American Indian | 2 |
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Black78 (26.5 %)
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White76 (25.9 %)
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Asian56 (19.0 %)
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Hispanic51 (17.3 %)
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Two or More31 (10.5 %)
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American Indian2 (0.7 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Central Dauphin SD |
| Phone: | (717)561-1781 |
| Grade Range: | K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 294 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 20.8 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
134
Grade 1
33
Grade 2
29
Grade 3
24
Grade 4
30
Grade 5
44
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 134 |
| Grade 1 | 33 |
| Grade 2 | 29 |
| Grade 3 | 24 |
| Grade 4 | 30 |
| Grade 5 | 44 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 132 | 44.9% |
| Male | 162 | 55.1% |
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