Serving 722 students in grades Kindergarten-2,
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 98% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 73%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 96% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 722 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Math Proficiency: 98%
- Reading Proficiency: 96%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Fayette Twp Elementary School's student population of 722 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
722 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of South Fayette Twp Elementary School is 0.51, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)98%
73%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)96%
70%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
22%
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
2%
14%
White
66%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
3%
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 schools are South Fayette Twp Elementary School often compared to?
South Fayette Twp Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Fayette Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
98% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 73% PA state average), while 96% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% PA state average).
How many students attend South Fayette Twp Elementary School?
722 students attend South Fayette Twp Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of South Fayette Twp Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Fayette Twp Elementary School?
South Fayette Twp Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Fayette Twp Elementary School offer ?
South Fayette Twp Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Fayette Twp Elementary School part of?
South Fayette Twp Elementary School is part of South Fayette Township SD School District.
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