J.a. Allard Elementary School

170 Shafer Road
Coraopolis, PA 15108
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 209 students in grades Kindergarten-4, J.a. Allard Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 209 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : Top 20% in PA
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 20%)
  • : ≥90% (Top 10%)
  • : J.A. Allard Intermediate School serves the northwest area of Coraopolis, PA, covering approximately 4.9 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being around 3 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

J.a. Allard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

J.a. Allard Elementary School's student population of 209 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
209 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers

School Rankings

J.a. Allard Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J.a. Allard Elementary School is 0.42, 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)
#280 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
70-74%
38%
70-74%
55%
≥90%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
12%
16%
Black
3%
14%
White
75%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
25%
0.42
(22-23)
20.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is J.a. Allard Elementary School's ranking?
J.a. Allard Elementary School is ranked #280 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are J.a. Allard Elementary School often compared to?
J.a. Allard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend J.a. Allard Elementary School?
209 students attend J.a. Allard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of J.a. Allard Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J.a. Allard Elementary School?
J.a. Allard Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does J.a. Allard Elementary School offer ?
J.a. Allard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is J.a. Allard Elementary School part of?
J.a. Allard Elementary School is part of Moon Area School District.

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 209 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 20%)
  • : ≥90% (Top 10%)
  • : J.A. Allard Intermediate School serves the northwest area of Coraopolis, PA, covering approximately 4.9 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being around 3 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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