Johnston Elementary School serves 180 students in grades Prekindergarten-6.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 45-49% (which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 74%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 25-29% (which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 71%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 was lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 98% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
180 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)45-49%
74%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)25-29%
71%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
94%
14%
White
2%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 74% PA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 71% PA state average).
How many students attend Johnston Elementary School?
180 students attend Johnston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Johnston Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Johnston Elementary School?
Johnston Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Johnston Elementary School offer ?
Johnston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Johnston Elementary School part of?
Johnston Elementary School is part of Wilkinsburg Borough School District.
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