Serving 445 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Burgettstown El Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burgettstown El Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Burgettstown El Center's student population of 445 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
445 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Burgettstown El Center 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 Burgettstown El Center is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1373 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
91%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
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
What is Burgettstown El Center's ranking?
Burgettstown El Center is ranked #1373 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Burgettstown El Center?
445 students attend Burgettstown El Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Burgettstown El Center students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burgettstown El Center?
Burgettstown El Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Burgettstown El Center offer ?
Burgettstown El Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Burgettstown El Center part of?
Burgettstown El Center is part of Burgettstown Area School District.
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