Serving 265 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Coudersport Area 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). 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 8:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Coudersport Area El Sch's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 211.9 square miles in Coudersport, PA. The typical drive to the school from various points within the zone is between 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 8.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 13.6 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Coudersport Area Elementary School's student population of 265 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
265 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Coudersport Area 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 Coudersport Area 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
#1395 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
1%
14%
White
95%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coudersport Area Elementary School's ranking?
Coudersport Area Elementary School is ranked #1395 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Coudersport Area Elementary School often compared to?
Coudersport Area Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Austin Area Elementary School, Oswayo Valley Elementary School, Northern Potter Childrens School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Coudersport Area Elementary School?
265 students attend Coudersport Area Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Coudersport Area Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Coudersport Area Elementary School?
Coudersport Area Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Coudersport Area Elementary School offer ?
Coudersport Area Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Coudersport Area Elementary School part of?
Coudersport Area Elementary School is part of Coudersport Area School District.
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