Serving 574 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Ringgold El Sch South ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ringgold El Sch South's student population of 574 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
574 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ringgold El Sch South ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ringgold El Sch South is 0.48, 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
#1797 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
12%
14%
White
70%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ringgold El Sch South's ranking?
Ringgold El Sch South is ranked #1797 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Ringgold El Sch South often compared to?
Ringgold El Sch Southis often viewed alongside schools like Charleroi Area El Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Ringgold El Sch South?
574 students attend Ringgold El Sch South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Ringgold El Sch South students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ringgold El Sch South?
Ringgold El Sch South has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ringgold El Sch South offer ?
Ringgold El Sch South offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ringgold El Sch South part of?
Ringgold El Sch South is part of Ringgold SD School District.
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