Serving 590 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Donaldson Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 590 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Donaldson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Donaldson Elementary School's student population of 590 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
590 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Donaldson Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Donaldson Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#26 out of 2549 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
2%
14%
White
85%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Donaldson Elementary School's ranking?
Donaldson Elementary School is ranked #26 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Donaldson Elementary School often compared to?
Donaldson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mckee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Donaldson Elementary School?
590 students attend Donaldson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Donaldson Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Donaldson Elementary School?
Donaldson Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Donaldson Elementary School offer ?
Donaldson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Donaldson Elementary School part of?
Donaldson Elementary School is part of West Allegheny SD School District.
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