East Forest Elementary School

120 W Birch St
Marienville, PA 16239
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 70 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, East Forest Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 70 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 6%
  • : Top 50% in PA
  • : 60-69% (Top 20%)
  • : 50-59% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≥50% (Btm 50%)
  • : East Forest Elementary School serves the eastern part of the Marienville, PA school district, covering an area of approximately 282.1 square miles, with most students living within a 15-20 minute drive and an average distance of about 9.8 miles to the school's edge. The furthest point of the attendance zone extends up to 13.5 miles from the school.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

East Forest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

East Forest Elementary School's student population of 70 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
70 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Motto
Empowers students to excel in a diverse world by creating a foundation for life-long learning.

School Rankings

East Forest 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 East Forest Elementary School is 0.11, 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.
This School
State Level (PA)
#921 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
60-69%
38%
50-59%
55%
≥50%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
16%
Black
n/a
14%
White
94%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.11
(22-23)
22.9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is East Forest Elementary School's ranking?
East Forest Elementary School is ranked #921 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are East Forest Elementary School often compared to?
East Forest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Forest Elementary School, North Clarion Co Jr. Sr. High School, North Clarion Co Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend East Forest Elementary School?
70 students attend East Forest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of East Forest Elementary School students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Forest Elementary School?
East Forest Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Forest Elementary School offer ?
East Forest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Forest Elementary School part of?
East Forest Elementary School is part of Forest Area School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 70 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 6%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 60-69% (Top 20%)
  • : 50-59% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≥50% (Btm 50%)
  • : East Forest Elementary School serves the eastern part of the Marienville, PA school district, covering an area of approximately 282.1 square miles, with most students living within a 15-20 minute drive and an average distance of about 9.8 miles to the school's edge. The furthest point of the attendance zone extends up to 13.5 miles from the school.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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