Serving 205 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Centre Hall-potter Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (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 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Centre Hall-Potter Elementary School serves the southwest part of Centre Hall, PA, covering an area of approximately 70.7 square miles. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 9.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centre Hall-potter Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Centre Hall-potter Elementary School's student population of 205 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
205 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Centre Hall-potter 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 Centre Hall-potter 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
#722 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
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 ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
1%
16%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.3%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. 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 Centre Hall-potter Elementary School's ranking?
Centre Hall-potter Elementary School is ranked #722 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Centre Hall-potter Elementary School often compared to?
Centre Hall-potter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Penns Valley Area El And Intrmd School, Miles Township Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% 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 Centre Hall-potter Elementary School?
205 students attend Centre Hall-potter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Centre Hall-potter Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centre Hall-potter Elementary School?
Centre Hall-potter Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Centre Hall-potter Elementary School offer ?
Centre Hall-potter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Centre Hall-potter Elementary School part of?
Centre Hall-potter Elementary School is part of Penns Valley Area School District.
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