Serving 346 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Claysburg-kimmel Elementary School 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 43% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Claysburg-Kimmel El Sch serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire Claysburg school district, covering approximately 56.4 square miles around Claysburg, PA. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.3 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 8.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Claysburg-kimmel Elementary School's student population of 346 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
346 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Claysburg-kimmel Elementary School 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 Claysburg-kimmel Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#1473 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
2%
Showing 2011–2020. Full 21-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 Claysburg-kimmel Elementary School's ranking?
Claysburg-kimmel Elementary School is ranked #1473 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?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Claysburg-kimmel Elementary School?
346 students attend Claysburg-kimmel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Claysburg-kimmel Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Claysburg-kimmel Elementary School?
Claysburg-kimmel Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Claysburg-kimmel Elementary School offer ?
Claysburg-kimmel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Claysburg-kimmel Elementary School part of?
Claysburg-kimmel Elementary School is part of Claysburg-Kimmel School District.
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