Serving 436 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Brecknock Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brecknock Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Brecknock Elementary School's student population of 436 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
436 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 19, 2025
School Rankings
Brecknock Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brecknock Elementary School is 0.35, which is less 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
#1685 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
3%
14%
White
80%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Brecknock Elementary School's ranking?
Brecknock Elementary School is ranked #1685 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Brecknock Elementary School?
436 students attend Brecknock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Brecknock Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brecknock Elementary School?
Brecknock Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brecknock Elementary School offer ?
Brecknock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brecknock Elementary School part of?
Brecknock Elementary School is part of Eastern Lancaster County School District.
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