Serving 801 students in grades 3-5, Thomas W Holtzman Jr 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 21% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 801 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School's student population of 801 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
801 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thomas W Holtzman Jr 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 Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School is 0.79, 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
#2240 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
5%
Hispanic
16%
15%
Black
28%
14%
White
20%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School's ranking?
Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School is ranked #2240 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School often compared to?
Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Linglestown Elementary School, Commonwealth Charter Academy Charter School, Benjamin Franklin School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School?
801 students attend Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are Asian, 20% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 13% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School?
Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School offer ?
Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School part of?
Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School is part of Susquehanna Township School District.
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