Serving 139 students in grades Kindergarten-6, George A Ferrell Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (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 4% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 139 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George A Ferrell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
George A Ferrell Elementary School's student population of 139 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
139 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
George A Ferrell Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George A Ferrell Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#866 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
n/a
16%
Black
1%
14%
White
96%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George A Ferrell Elementary School's ranking?
George A Ferrell Elementary School is ranked #866 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are George A Ferrell Elementary School often compared to?
George A Ferrell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carl G Renn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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 George A Ferrell Elementary School?
139 students attend George A Ferrell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of George A Ferrell Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George A Ferrell Elementary School?
George A Ferrell Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does George A Ferrell Elementary School offer ?
George A Ferrell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George A Ferrell Elementary School part of?
George A Ferrell Elementary School is part of East Lycoming School District.
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