Serving 312 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Bobtown Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bobtown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Bobtown Elementary School's student population of 312 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
312 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bobtown Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bobtown Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#740 out of 2549 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
2%
14%
White
98%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
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 Bobtown Elementary School's ranking?
Bobtown Elementary School is ranked #740 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Bobtown Elementary School often compared to?
Bobtown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carmichaels Area El Center, Friendship Hill Elementary School, Waynesburg Central El School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Bobtown Elementary School?
312 students attend Bobtown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Bobtown Elementary School students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bobtown Elementary School?
Bobtown Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bobtown Elementary School offer ?
Bobtown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Bobtown Elementary School part of?
Bobtown Elementary School is part of Southeastern Greene SD School District.
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