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Elementary Schools

Halifax Area Elementary School

Halifax Area SD · Dauphin County · 151 School Rd, Halifax, PA 17032.0

(717)896-3416

4/10
#931
Rank 931 out of 1,545
Top 60%
English Language Arts5/10 · #861 · 44th percentile
Mathematics4/10 · #937 · 39th percentile
Science4/10 · #896 · 37th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Halifax Area Elementary sits in a quiet, rural stretch of Dauphin County along the Susquehanna River, where the pace of life is slow and the community runs deep. Families here tend to be rooted — this is a small-town school where teachers know kids by name and the connection between school and community feels genuine. It's a solid choice for families who prioritize that close-knit environment over the hustle of suburban districts, and who appreciate raising kids in a place where the outdoors is practically right outside the classroom door.

Student Demographics

147 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
126 (86%)
Hispanic
8 (5%)
Multiple Races
8 (5%)
African American
4 (3%)
Other
1 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners2 (1%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged74 (50%)
Students with Disabilities25 (17%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

349
Enrollment
30.8
Teachers (FTE)
11.3:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs3/10 · #1160 · 27th percentile

8 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Pennsylvania.