Serving 309 students in grades 2-4, Don Gill Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Asian and American Indian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Don Gill Elementary School's student population of 309 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Don Gill Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Don Gill Elementary School is 0.17, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1285 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
n/a
14%
White
91%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Don Gill Elementary School's ranking?
Don Gill Elementary School is ranked #1285 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Don Gill Elementary School often compared to?
Don Gill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westfield Area Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Don Gill Elementary School?
309 students attend Don Gill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Don Gill Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Don Gill Elementary School?
Don Gill Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Don Gill Elementary School offer ?
Don Gill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Don Gill Elementary School part of?
Don Gill Elementary School is part of Wellsboro Area School District.
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