Serving 419 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Blairsville Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blairsville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Blairsville Elementary School's student population of 419 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
419 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Blairsville Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blairsville Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1346 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
91%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blairsville Elementary School's ranking?
Blairsville Elementary School is ranked #1346 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Blairsville Elementary School often compared to?
Blairsville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saltsburg Elementary School, United Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Blairsville Elementary School?
419 students attend Blairsville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Blairsville Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blairsville Elementary School?
Blairsville Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blairsville Elementary School offer ?
Blairsville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blairsville Elementary School part of?
Blairsville Elementary School is part of River Valley School District.
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