Serving 581 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jersey Shore Area 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 48% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 581 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jersey Shore Area Elementary School's student population of 581 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
581 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jersey Shore Area 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 Jersey Shore Area Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#997 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
n/a
14%
White
94%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jersey Shore Area Elementary School's ranking?
Jersey Shore Area Elementary School is ranked #997 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Jersey Shore Area Elementary School often compared to?
Jersey Shore Area Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Avis Elementary School, Donald E. Schick School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Jersey Shore Area Elementary School?
581 students attend Jersey Shore Area Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Jersey Shore Area Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jersey Shore Area Elementary School?
Jersey Shore Area Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jersey Shore Area Elementary School offer ?
Jersey Shore Area Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jersey Shore Area Elementary School part of?
Jersey Shore Area Elementary School is part of Jersey Shore Area SD School District.
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