Serving 272 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fulton 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fulton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Fulton Elementary School's student population of 272 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
272 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fulton 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 Fulton Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#2344 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
61%
15%
Black
19%
14%
White
12%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
5%
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 Fulton Elementary School's ranking?
Fulton Elementary School is ranked #2344 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Fulton Elementary School often compared to?
Fulton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wharton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Fulton Elementary School?
272 students attend Fulton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Fulton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fulton Elementary School?
Fulton Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fulton Elementary School offer ?
Fulton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fulton Elementary School part of?
Fulton Elementary School is part of Lancaster School District.
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