Serving 197 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 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- 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%)
- 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
Community Size
School Overview
Centre Hall-potter Elementary School's student population of 197 students has declined by 17% 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
197 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 31, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 3, 2026
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 0.12, 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
#722 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
94%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
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 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?
197 students attend Centre Hall-potter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Centre Hall-potter Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centre Hall-potter Elementary School?
Centre Hall-potter Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, 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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