Serving 337 students in grades Kindergarten-5, George J Plava 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George J Plava Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
George J Plava Elementary School's student population of 337 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
George J Plava Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George J Plava Elementary School is 0.22, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2025 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
6%
14%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George J Plava Elementary School's ranking?
George J Plava Elementary School is ranked #2025 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are George J Plava Elementary School often compared to?
George J Plava Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Masontown Elementary School, Ben Franklin School, Brownsville Area Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend George J Plava Elementary School?
337 students attend George J Plava Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of George J Plava Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George J Plava Elementary School?
George J Plava Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does George J Plava Elementary School offer ?
George J Plava Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is George J Plava Elementary School part of?
George J Plava Elementary School is part of Albert Gallatin Area SD School District.
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