Serving 584 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Center Township Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 63% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 584 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Center Township School covers approximately 27.8 square miles in the northwest part of Butler, PA, with most students living within a 10-12 minute drive and an average distance of 3.4 miles from the school to the zone's edge. The furthest point from the school is about 4.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Center Township Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Center Township Elementary School's student population of 584 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
584 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Center Township Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Center Township Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#469 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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)21.2%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold and Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Center Township Elementary School's ranking?
Center Township Elementary School is ranked #469 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Center Township Elementary School often compared to?
Center Township Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Center Township Elementary School?
584 students attend Center Township Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Center Township Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Center Township Elementary School?
Center Township Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Center Township Elementary School offer ?
Center Township Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Center Township Elementary School part of?
Center Township Elementary School is part of Butler Area School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Overall, thos is an OUTSTANDING school! 3 of my children passed through this school. The staff is excellent! The parent involvement puts most other schools to shame! It's football team has won the championship 6 years in a row! Great school!
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