Serving 382 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Lyter Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lyter Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lyter Elementary School's student population of 382 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
382 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Lyter Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lyter Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#346 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
1%
14%
White
92%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warriors
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lyter Elementary School's ranking?
Lyter Elementary School is ranked #346 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Lyter Elementary School often compared to?
Lyter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Loyalsock Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Lyter Elementary School?
382 students attend Lyter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Lyter Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lyter Elementary School?
Lyter Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lyter Elementary School offer ?
Lyter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lyter Elementary School part of?
Lyter Elementary School is part of Montoursville Area School District.
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