Serving 234 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Avis Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Avis El Sch serves the southern part of the Jersey Shore, PA school district, covering an area of approximately 14.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Avis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Avis Elementary School's student population of 234 students has grown by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
234 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Avis Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avis Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#330 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
16%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
92%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avis Elementary School's ranking?
Avis Elementary School is ranked #330 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Avis Elementary School often compared to?
Avis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jersey Shore Area Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Avis Elementary School?
234 students attend Avis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Avis Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Avis Elementary School?
Avis Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Avis Elementary School offer ?
Avis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Avis Elementary School part of?
Avis Elementary School is part of Jersey Shore Area School District.
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