Ross El Sch

283 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Ross Elementary School, located at 840 N. Queen St. in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, is a vibrant public school serving students in the School District of Lancaster. Situated in an urban setting, the school plays a central role in its community by providing foundational education for children in the surrounding neighborhoods. Its location reflects the district's commitment to accessibility and neighborhood-based learning, serving as a hub for academic and social development for a diverse student population.

As part of a district focused on equity and inclusion, Ross Elementary emphasizes meeting the unique needs of its learners through a variety of educational programs and support services. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive environment that encourages both academic achievement and personal growth. By working closely with families and community partners, Ross Elementary aims to prepare its students for middle school and beyond, emphasizing the core skills and character development necessary for future success.

283

Total Students

19.0

Full-Time Teachers

14.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Ross El Sch
Demographic	Student Count
White	32
Hispanic	175
Black	29
Asian	9
Two or More	38

Hispanic
175 (61.8 %)
Two or More
38 (13.4 %)
White
32 (11.3 %)
Black
29 (10.2 %)
Asian
9 (3.2 %)

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:	Lancaster SD
Phone:	(717)291-6268
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	283
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	19.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 2

Kindergarten 49

Grade 1 48

Grade 2 52

Grade 3 43

Grade 4 42

Grade 5 47