Serving 447 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Kiski Area North Primary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Kiski Area North Primary School serves the northwest part of Leechburg, PA, covering an area of approximately 39.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 5.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kiski Area North Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kiski Area North Primary School's student population of 447 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
447 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
School Rankings
Kiski Area North Primary 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 Kiski Area North Primary School is 0.17, 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
#325 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
16%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
91%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kiski Area North Primary School's ranking?
Kiski Area North Primary School is ranked #325 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Kiski Area North Primary School often compared to?
Kiski Area North Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lenape Elementary School, Kiski Area East Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Kiski Area North Primary School?
447 students attend Kiski Area North Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Kiski Area North Primary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kiski Area North Primary School?
Kiski Area North Primary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kiski Area North Primary School offer ?
Kiski Area North Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kiski Area North Primary School part of?
Kiski Area North Primary School is part of Kiski Area School District.
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