Serving 194 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Blossburg Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than 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 4% 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: 194 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Blossburg El Sch serves the northeast part of Blossburg, PA, covering an area of approximately 15.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest point in the attendance zone located about 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blossburg Elementary School's student population of 194 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
194 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Blossburg Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blossburg Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#2100 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
16%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Blossburg Elementary School's ranking?
Blossburg Elementary School is ranked #2100 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Blossburg Elementary School often compared to?
Blossburg Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clark Wood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Blossburg Elementary School?
194 students attend Blossburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Blossburg Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blossburg Elementary School?
Blossburg Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blossburg Elementary School offer ?
Blossburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Blossburg Elementary School part of?
Blossburg Elementary School is part of Southern Tioga School District.
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