Serving 675 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Juniata 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 23% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 675 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Juniata Elementary School's student population of 675 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
675 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
Juniata Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Juniata Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2130 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
15%
15%
Black
n/a
14%
White
81%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Juniata Elementary School's ranking?
Juniata Elementary School is ranked #2130 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Juniata Elementary School?
675 students attend Juniata Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Juniata Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Juniata Elementary School?
Juniata Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Juniata Elementary School offer ?
Juniata Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Juniata Elementary School part of?
Juniata Elementary School is part of Juniata County School District.
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