Serving 447 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Bon Air Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bon Air El Sch's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in New Kensington, PA, covering approximately 26.6 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of about 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bon Air Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Bon Air Elementary School's student population of 447 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
447 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bon Air Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bon Air Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#753 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 1999–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
16%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Bon Air Elementary School's ranking?
Bon Air Elementary School is ranked #753 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Bon Air Elementary School often compared to?
Bon Air Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Amos K Hutchinson 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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Bon Air Elementary School?
447 students attend Bon Air Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Bon Air Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bon Air Elementary School?
Bon Air Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bon Air Elementary School offer ?
Bon Air Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bon Air Elementary School part of?
Bon Air Elementary School is part of Burrell School District.
In what neighborhood is Bon Air Elementary School located?
Bon Air Elementary School is located in the Downtown Lower Burrell neighborhood of New Kensington, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in Downtown Lower Burrell.
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