Serving 605 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Melrose 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 7% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 605 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
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Melrose School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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Melrose School's student population of 605 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
605 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
Melrose 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 Melrose School is 0.61, 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
#2660 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
42%
15%
Black
46%
14%
White
2%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Melrose School's ranking?
Melrose School is ranked #2660 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Melrose School often compared to?
Melrose Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scott School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Melrose School?
605 students attend Melrose School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Melrose School students are Black, 42% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Melrose School?
Melrose School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Melrose School offer ?
Melrose School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Melrose School part of?
Melrose School is part of Harrisburg City School District.
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