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Mowrey Elementary School

Waynesboro Area SD · Franklin County · 7891 Tomstown Road, Waynesboro, PA 17268.0

(717)762-1191

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5/10
#878
Rank 878 out of 1,545
Top 57%
English Language Arts5/10 · #839 · 46th percentile
Mathematics5/10 · #892 · 42nd percentile
Science5/10 · #784 · 45th percentile

English Language Arts

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School Overview

Tucked into the small borough of Waynesboro in Franklin County, Mowrey Elementary sits in a corner of Pennsylvania that often flies under the radar — a quiet, working-class community nestled near the Maryland border and the Blue Ridge Mountains. The school lands in the middle of the pack statewide, making it a solid option for families looking for a grounded, no-frills elementary experience in a tight-knit town where community still means something. Families who value small-town living, outdoor access, and a manageable pace of life tend to find Waynesboro a genuinely comfortable place to put down roots.

Student Demographics

233 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
214 (92%)
Multiple Races
10 (4%)
Hispanic
4 (2%)
Other
5 (2%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged115 (49%)
Students with Disabilities64 (27%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

534
Enrollment
34.6
Teachers (FTE)
15.4:1
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 · #1309 · 18th percentile

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