Blue Mountain El West School serves 451 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20% in PA)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blue Mountain El West School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Blue Mountain El West School's student population of 451 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
451 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Blue Mountain El West School is 0.22, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
9%
16%
Black
n/a
14%
White
88%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Blue Mountain El West School?
451 students attend Blue Mountain El West School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Blue Mountain El West School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blue Mountain El West School?
Blue Mountain El West School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blue Mountain El West School offer ?
Blue Mountain El West School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Blue Mountain El West School part of?
Blue Mountain El West School is part of Blue Mountain School District.
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