Mars Area Elementary School

549 Route 228
Mars, PA 16046
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 856 students in grades 2-4, Mars Area 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 68% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 2-4
  • Enrollment: 856 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 5%
  • : Top 10% in PA
  • : 68% (Top 20%)
  • : 80% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Mars Area Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

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School Overview

Mars Area Elementary School's student population of 856 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
856 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
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School Rankings

Mars Area 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 Mars Area Elementary School is 0.10, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (PA)
#129 out of 2549 schools
(Top 10%)
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68%
38%
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80%
55%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
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American Indian
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Asian
2%
4%
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Hispanic
1%
14%
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Black
1%
14%
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White
95%
63%
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Hawaiian
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Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
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0.10
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Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
50%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mars Area Elementary School's ranking?
Mars Area Elementary School is ranked #129 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Mars Area Elementary School often compared to?
Mars Area Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Haine Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Mars Area Elementary School?
856 students attend Mars Area Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Mars Area Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mars Area Elementary School?
Mars Area Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mars Area Elementary School offer ?
Mars Area Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mars Area Elementary School part of?
Mars Area Elementary School is part of Mars Area SD School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 2-4
  • Enrollment: 856 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 5%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 68% (Top 20%)
  • : 80% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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