Serving 272 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Johnsonburg Area Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Johnsonburg Area El Sch's attendance zone encompasses the entire Johnsonburg school district, covering approximately 166.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 14.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Johnsonburg Area Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Johnsonburg Area Elementary School's student population of 272 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
272 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Johnsonburg Area Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Johnsonburg Area Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#711 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
1%
14%
White
92%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Rams
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnsonburg Area Elementary School's ranking?
Johnsonburg Area Elementary School is ranked #711 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Johnsonburg Area Elementary School often compared to?
Johnsonburg Area Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South St Marys Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Johnsonburg Area Elementary School?
272 students attend Johnsonburg Area Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Johnsonburg Area Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Johnsonburg Area Elementary School?
Johnsonburg Area Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Johnsonburg Area Elementary School offer ?
Johnsonburg Area Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Johnsonburg Area Elementary School part of?
Johnsonburg Area Elementary School is part of Johnsonburg Area School District.
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