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Elementary Schools

Paxtang Elementary School

Central Dauphin SD · Dauphin County · 3530 Rutherford St, Harrisburg, PA 17111.0

(717)561-1781

3/10
#1118
Rank 1118 out of 1,545
Top 72%
English Language Arts3/10 · #1098 · 29th percentile
Mathematics3/10 · #1091 · 29th percentile

English Language Arts

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School Overview

Paxtang Elementary sits in a quiet, established neighborhood just east of Harrisburg, where tree-lined streets and a strong sense of community give it a small-town feel despite being close to the state capital. Families who value a tight-knit school environment and easy access to everything the greater Harrisburg area has to offer will feel at home here, though academics tend to run below the middle of the pack statewide. It's a school that may appeal most to families who are actively involved in their child's education and looking to supplement classroom learning with the cultural and civic resources the capital region provides.

Student Demographics

81 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
21 (26%)
Hispanic
20 (25%)
African American
19 (23%)
Multiple Races
15 (19%)
Asian
5 (6%)
Other
1 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners13 (16%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged50 (62%)
Students with Disabilities17 (21%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

281
Enrollment
19.2
Teachers (FTE)
14.7:1
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 Programs8/10 · #430 · 73rd percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found