Serving 155 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Friendship Hill Elementary 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Friendship Hill Elementary School serves the southwest part of Point Marion, PA, covering an area of approximately 22.4 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 6.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Friendship Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Friendship Hill Elementary School's student population of 155 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
155 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Colonials
School Rankings
Friendship Hill 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 Friendship Hill Elementary School is 0.04, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1292 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
16%
Black
1%
14%
White
98%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Friendship Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Friendship Hill Elementary School is ranked #1292 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Friendship Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Friendship Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bobtown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Friendship Hill Elementary School?
155 students attend Friendship Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Friendship Hill Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Friendship Hill Elementary School?
Friendship Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Friendship Hill Elementary School offer ?
Friendship Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Friendship Hill Elementary School part of?
Friendship Hill Elementary School is part of Albert Gallatin Area School District.
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