Serving 242 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Avella El Center 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 40-44% (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 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Avella El Center's attendance zone covers the entire Avella school district, encompassing approximately 74.3 square miles around Avella, PA. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Avella El Center's student population of 242 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
242 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Avella El Center 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 Avella El Center is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1292 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
16%
White
95%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avella El Center's ranking?
Avella El Center is ranked #1292 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Avella El Center often compared to?
Avella El Centeris often viewed alongside schools like South Fayette Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Avella El Center?
242 students attend Avella El Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Avella El Center students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Avella El Center?
Avella El Center has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Avella El Center offer ?
Avella El Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Avella El Center part of?
Avella El Center is part of Avella Area School District.
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