Serving 581 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Dassa Mckinney Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (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 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 581 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Dassa McKinney El School's attendance zone covers the entire school district, located in West Sunbury, PA, and spans approximately 150.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 9.5 miles to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 12.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dassa Mckinney Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dassa Mckinney Elementary School's student population of 581 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
581 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dassa Mckinney Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dassa Mckinney Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#1150 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
White
97%
60%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dassa Mckinney Elementary School's ranking?
Dassa Mckinney Elementary School is ranked #1150 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Dassa Mckinney Elementary School often compared to?
Dassa Mckinney Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Slippery Rock Area Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% 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 Dassa Mckinney Elementary School?
581 students attend Dassa Mckinney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Dassa Mckinney Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dassa Mckinney Elementary School?
Dassa Mckinney Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dassa Mckinney Elementary School offer ?
Dassa Mckinney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dassa Mckinney Elementary School part of?
Dassa Mckinney Elementary School is part of Moniteau School District.
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