Berkey School

1739 Victoria Ave
New Kensington, PA 15068
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Berkey School serves 289 students in grades 1-2. 
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 1-2
  • Enrollment: 289 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 62%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Berkey School's student population of 289 students has declined by 6% 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)
Total Students
289 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

The diversity score of Berkey School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (PA)
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
16%
Black
34%
14%
White
38%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
24%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.69
(22-23)
27.7%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend Berkey School?
289 students attend Berkey School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Berkey School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 24% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Berkey School?
Berkey School has a student ration of 10:1, 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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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 1-2
  • Enrollment: 289 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 62%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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