Serving 416 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kerr Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kerr Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Kerr Elementary School's student population of 416 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
416 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kerr Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kerr Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#143 out of 2549 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
10%
14%
White
67%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kerr Elementary School's ranking?
Kerr Elementary School is ranked #143 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Kerr Elementary School often compared to?
Kerr Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ohara Elementary School, Fairview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Kerr Elementary School?
416 students attend Kerr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Kerr Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kerr Elementary School?
Kerr Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kerr Elementary School offer ?
Kerr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Kerr Elementary School part of?
Kerr Elementary School is part of Fox Chapel Area SD School District.
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