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Elementary Schools

Montgomery Elementary School

Tuscarora SD · Franklin County · 9138 Fort Loudon Rd, Mercersburg, PA 17236.0

(717)328-2023

4/10
#936
Rank 936 out of 1,545
Top 61%
English Language Arts4/10 · #970 · 37th percentile
Mathematics6/10 · #737 · 52nd percentile
Science3/10 · #1071 · 24th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Mercersburg is a small, historically rich borough tucked into the southern end of Franklin County, close to the Maryland border and the rolling farmland of the Cumberland Valley — the kind of place where neighbors know each other and community ties run deep. Montgomery Elementary sits in the middle of that tight-knit setting, and while its scores are more modest overall, its math performance stands out relative to its peers, making it a reasonable fit for families who value a grounded, small-town school experience over a high-pressure environment. Families drawn to rural Pennsylvania life, outdoor space, and a slower pace will find Mercersburg itself charming, with its walkable historic downtown and proximity to Cowans Gap State Park.

Student Demographics

116 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
110 (95%)
Hispanic
3 (3%)
Multiple Races
3 (3%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged58 (50%)
Students with Disabilities25 (22%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

212
Enrollment
15.4
Teachers (FTE)
13.8:1
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 Programs2/10 · #1416 · 11th percentile

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