Serving 243 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Brecht School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brecht School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Brecht School's student population of 243 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
243 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Rankings
Brecht School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brecht School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#655 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
26%
15%
Black
5%
14%
White
53%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brecht School's ranking?
Brecht School is ranked #655 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Brecht School often compared to?
Brecht Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bucher School, Nitrauer School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Brecht School?
243 students attend Brecht School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Brecht School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brecht School?
Brecht School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brecht School offer ?
Brecht School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brecht School part of?
Brecht School is part of Manheim Township School District.
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