Berkey School serves 312 students in grades 1-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 1-2
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berkey School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Berkey School's student population of 312 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
312 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
The diversity score of Berkey School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
30%
14%
White
41%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
26%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
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
How many students attend Berkey School?
312 students attend Berkey School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Berkey School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 26% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Berkey School?
Berkey School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Berkey School offer ?
Berkey School offers enrollment in grades 1-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Berkey School part of?
Berkey School is part of New Kensington-Arnold School District.
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