Palmyra Area SD
3,414 Students
6 Schools
District Overview
Situated in a large suburban setting within the greater Lebanon, Pennsylvania metropolitan region, the Palmyra Area School District serves as an active, central educational hub for its local community. Headquartered at 1125 Park Drive in Palmyra, this open, traditional public school district operates six operational schools designed to nurture academic growth from kindergarten all the way through 12th grade. Operating as a standard public district independent of charter management, Palmyra Area School District delivers a continuous educational pathway across primary, middle, and secondary grade levels, creating a cohesive academic environment tailored to prepare students for college and career success.
Drawing from the 2024–2025 National Center for Education Statistics dataset, the district serves a student body of 3,414 enrolled pupils with an even distribution between female and male learners. The student population represents a diverse community, including notable Asian, Hispanic, multiracial, and Black student cohorts alongside a majority White student base. To support this student body, the district maintains a robust workforce of nearly 890 total full-time equivalent staff members. This dedicated team includes approximately 475 full-time equivalent teachers, 76 instructional aides, and nearly 340 support staff personnel, ensuring a low student-to-teacher presence and a comprehensive network of academic and operational support across all campuses.
Drawing from the 2024–2025 National Center for Education Statistics dataset, the district serves a student body of 3,414 enrolled pupils with an even distribution between female and male learners. The student population represents a diverse community, including notable Asian, Hispanic, multiracial, and Black student cohorts alongside a majority White student base. To support this student body, the district maintains a robust workforce of nearly 890 total full-time equivalent staff members. This dedicated team includes approximately 475 full-time equivalent teachers, 76 instructional aides, and nearly 340 support staff personnel, ensuring a low student-to-teacher presence and a comprehensive network of academic and operational support across all campuses.
6
Total Schools
3,414
Total Students
475.6
Full-Time Teachers
7.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics
District Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 2,616 |
| Hispanic | 287 |
| Black | 72 |
| Asian | 263 |
| Two or More | 171 |
| American Indian | 3 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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White2,616 (76.6%)
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Hispanic287 (8.4%)
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Asian263 (7.7%)
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Two or More171 (5.0%)
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Black72 (2.1%)
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American Indian3 (0.1%)
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Pacific Islander2 (0.1%)
School Levels
School Levels Data Table
| School Level | School Count |
|---|---|
| Elementary | 4 |
| Middle | 1 |
| High | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
School Map
District Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| District type: | Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union |
| Charter: | Not a charter district |
| Number of schools: | 6 |
| Students: | 3,414* |
| Teachers (FTE): | 475.6* |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 7.2 |
Schools in Palmyra Area SD
Found 6 Schools
341 Students
Elementary School 1st - 5th
547 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
229 Students
Elementary School 1st - 5th
820 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
1,126 Students
High School 9th - 12th
342 Students
Elementary School 1st - 5th