The top reported proficiency rate is 79% in Science. The lowest is 51% in English language arts.
Original Research by School Decision on Ebenezer El Sch
Ebenezer Elementary serves grades kindergarten through fifth in Lebanon, Pennsylvania, as part of the Cornwall-Lebanon School District. The school enrolls a diverse student body, with a substantial share of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch and a mix of racial and ethnic backgrounds. About half identify as white, with a sizable Hispanic population and smaller representation from Asian, Black, and multiracial students.
On state assessments in mathematics and English language arts administered to grades three through five, Ebenezer's proficiency rates hover around fifty percent. In science, measured most recently on the state assessment, performance was notably higher, with a clear majority of tested students meeting proficiency standards. Across tested subjects, the school's overall proficiency index places it in the top quartile among districts in Lebanon County, which reflects strength relative to its immediate peer group even as reading and math results sit at the midline.
The school building sits on Colonial Circle in Lebanon. The community itself is a small city serving as the county seat, with a walkable downtown recently revitalized through a streetscape project completed in spring 2025. Manufacturing, healthcare, and logistics anchor the local economy. Housing in the area is relatively affordable compared to state and national benchmarks, with rental and purchase options accessible to working families. Lebanon County itself is publicly reported as one of the fastest-growing counties in Pennsylvania, drawing families from higher-cost neighboring areas like Lancaster and Berks who seek affordable schools and communities.
The district is in the middle of a major facilities investment. Cedar Crest High School, the district's high school, is undergoing substantial renovation with a new connector building completed in 2025 and substantial completion expected in 2028. To fund the remaining work, the district has approved a bond series. This capital project reflects district ambition but also means property taxes have risen in consecutive years and are projected to continue rising, a factor parents moving into the district should account for in their housing budget and family finances.
Enrollment at Ebenezer is stable across the elementary grades. The school does not appear to face the enrollment declines some rural and suburban districts experience. Data on staffing, programs, or specialized services were not available, so a parent interested in learning more about classroom size, special education support, English learner services, or enrichment opportunities would benefit from contacting the school directly. The school offers a traditional elementary model serving the core grades before students transition to middle school within the district.
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