Serving 572 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Donegal Primary School ranks in the top 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 82% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 74%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 71%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Math Proficiency: 82%
- Reading Proficiency: 76%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Donegal Primary School's student population of 572 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
572 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Donegal Primary School is 0.41, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)82%
74%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)76%
71%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
16%
14%
Black
3%
14%
White
75%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
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 schools are Donegal Primary School often compared to?
Donegal Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Doe Run Elementary School, Centerville MiddleSchool, Kissel Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 74% PA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 71% PA state average).
How many students attend Donegal Primary School?
572 students attend Donegal Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Donegal Primary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Donegal Primary School?
Donegal Primary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Donegal Primary School offer ?
Donegal Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Donegal Primary School part of?
Donegal Primary School is part of Donegal SD School District.
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