Serving 253 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fred L Aiken Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher 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 19% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 253 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fred L Aiken Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Fred L Aiken Elementary School's student population of 253 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
253 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 21, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 4, 2026
School Motto
Excellence in engaging, empowering, and enriching today for tomorrow’s expectations.
School Rankings
Fred L Aiken Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fred L Aiken Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#166 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
5%
14%
White
81%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Fred L Aiken Elementary School's ranking?
Fred L Aiken Elementary School is ranked #166 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Fred L Aiken Elementary School often compared to?
Fred L Aiken Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clara Barton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Fred L Aiken Elementary School?
253 students attend Fred L Aiken Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Fred L Aiken Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fred L Aiken Elementary School?
Fred L Aiken Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fred L Aiken Elementary School offer ?
Fred L Aiken Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fred L Aiken Elementary School part of?
Fred L Aiken Elementary School is part of Keystone Oaks School District.
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