Serving 397 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wickersham 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wickersham Elementary School's student population of 397 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
397 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Wickersham 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 Wickersham Elementary School is 0.62, which is more 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
#1757 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
58%
15%
Black
15%
14%
White
11%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wickersham Elementary School's ranking?
Wickersham Elementary School is ranked #1757 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Wickersham Elementary School often compared to?
Wickersham Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fritz Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Wickersham Elementary School?
397 students attend Wickersham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Wickersham Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wickersham Elementary School?
Wickersham Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wickersham Elementary School offer ?
Wickersham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wickersham Elementary School part of?
Wickersham Elementary School is part of Lancaster School District.
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