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South Hamilton Elementary School

1019 Warm Spring Rd
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 267 students in grades Kindergarten-5, South Hamilton Elementary 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 18:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 267 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : Top 30% in PA
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 50%)
  • : ≥90% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

South Hamilton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

School Overview

South Hamilton Elementary School's student population of 267 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
267 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

South Hamilton Elementary 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 South Hamilton Elementary School is 0.48, 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.
This School
State Level (PA)
#655 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
60-64%
38%
60-64%
55%
≥90%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
18%
15%
Black
4%
14%
White
70%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.48
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is South Hamilton Elementary School's ranking?
South Hamilton Elementary School is ranked #655 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
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 South Hamilton Elementary School?
267 students attend South Hamilton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of South Hamilton Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Hamilton Elementary School?
South Hamilton Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Hamilton Elementary School offer ?
South Hamilton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Hamilton Elementary School part of?
South Hamilton Elementary School is part of Chambersburg Area School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 267 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 50%)
  • : ≥90% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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