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Trimmer El School

1900 BRENDA RD YORK, PA 17408

About Trimmer El School

Trimmer Elementary School is the best elementary school in York, Pennsylvania, and is part of the West York Area School District, serving grades 2-5. The school has about 430 students and a student-to-teacher ratio of 14:1, with a keen focus on each student getting personalized attention and help.

The closest school is West York Area High School, offering a diverse array of academic and extracurricular opportunities. Some of the district's most famous graduates are athletes and community leaders. Math Proficiency: 45% (higher than the state average of 38% in Pennsylvania).

Reading Proficiency: 49% (a little less than the state average of 55%)

Overall Rank: In terms of overall test scores, this school is in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania. Best School in Pennsylvania

Lincolnway Elementary and other nearby elementary schools have similar performance, with math proficiency around 43% and reading proficiency a little lower. North Hills Elementary, on the other hand, does better in both subjects, with math and reading proficiency near 50–52%. Most Trimmer graduates go on to West York Area High School, which has produced many famous people, such as athletes and community leaders.

Trimmer El School Contact Information

Address

1900 BRENDA RD YORK, PA 17408

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Phone

(717) 764-6586

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 45%
Reading 49%
State average proficiency is 45% in Math and 49% in Reading.
32
Full-time Teachers
13 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
430
Total Students
$81462
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 138 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Trimmer El School

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More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:25 AM -3:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:10 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 57.1%
Asian 2.2%
Hispanic 19.3%
Black 10.8%
Two+ Races 9.6%
Native Am. 1%
White
57.1%
Asian
2.2%
Hispanic
19.3%
Black
10.8%
Two+ Races
9.6%
Native Am.
1%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 430
48.9%
210 Female
51.1%
220 Male

Student Population

430 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 13 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

378 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Families moving to the area can rent a three-bedroom apartment in the Trimmer neighborhood for between $1,150 and $1,925 per month, depending on the size and amenities. Trimmer is a favorable academic choice in the district because nearby elementary schools have similar performance levels. Some peers report being good at math in the mid-40% range.

FAQ

Q1. What do you use to measure academic success?

Ans- The Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA) is a test that students take. 45.9% of students are proficient at math.

52.8% of people are good at reading and writing.

Q2. Are there programs for kids to do before and after school?

Ans- Yes, the school works with the YMCA Kids Club to offer Cub Care programs to watch kids before and after school.

Q3. How do I sign up my child?

Ans- The West York Area School District Central Registration Office handles registration. You will need to bring proof of residency, a birth certificate, immunizations, and registration forms.

Q4. What kinds of transportation are there?

Ans- The district provides bus transportation for students who meet the requirements. Families are told about bus stops and schedules at the start of the year.

Q5. Are there places to rent nearby?

Ans- Yes, three-bedroom rentals in the area usually cost between $1,150 and $1,925 per month, depending on their size, condition, and location.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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