Serving 323 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Ferndale Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ferndale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Ferndale Elementary School's student population of 323 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
323 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Ferndale 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 Ferndale Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1925 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
12%
14%
White
70%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ferndale Elementary School's ranking?
Ferndale Elementary School is ranked #1925 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Ferndale Elementary School often compared to?
Ferndale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Conemaugh Valley Elementary School, Richland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Ferndale Elementary School?
323 students attend Ferndale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Ferndale Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ferndale Elementary School?
Ferndale Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ferndale Elementary School offer ?
Ferndale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ferndale Elementary School part of?
Ferndale Elementary School is part of Ferndale Area School District.
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