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.
294
Total Students
20.8
Full-Time Teachers
14.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Paxtang El Sch
Demographic Student Count
White76
Hispanic51
Black78
Asian56
Two or More31
American Indian2
  • Black
    78 (26.5 %)
  • White
    76 (25.9 %)
  • Asian
    56 (19.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    51 (17.3 %)
  • Two or More
    31 (10.5 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Paxtang El Sch
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten134
Grade 133
Grade 229
Grade 324
Grade 430
Grade 544
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Paxtang El Sch
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female13244.9%
Male16255.1%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)