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Northside Elementary School

Mechanicsburg Area SD · Cumberland County · 411 N Walnut St, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055.0

(717)691-4581

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8/10
#357
Rank 357 out of 1,545
Top 23%
English Language Arts8/10 · #353 · 77th percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #418 · 73rd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

School Overview

Northside Elementary sits in Mechanicsburg, a borough just west of Harrisburg that blends small-town charm with easy access to the broader Capital Region — think tree-lined streets, a walkable downtown, and a community that takes its schools seriously. Scoring in the 77th percentile statewide, Northside holds its own in a competitive Cumberland County landscape, with solid English and math scores that reflect a staff and community genuinely invested in student growth. Families drawn to a tight-knit neighborhood feel without sacrificing academic quality will find a lot to like here.

Student Demographics

84 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
62 (74%)
Multiple Races
9 (11%)
African American
5 (6%)
Asian
4 (5%)
Hispanic
4 (5%)

Key Indicators

English Learners1 (1%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged32 (38%)
Students with Disabilities18 (21%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

221
Enrollment
17.2
Teachers (FTE)
12.8:1
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 Programs7/10 · #506 · 68th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found