Serving 296 students in grades 4-5, Knoch Intermediate Elementary 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 66% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower 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 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: The South Butler Intermediate EL School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Saxonburg, PA, covering approximately 95.8 square miles. Families typically experience a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.8 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 8.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Knoch Intermediate Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Knoch Intermediate Elementary School's student population of 296 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
296 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Knoch Intermediate Elementary 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 Knoch Intermediate Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#546 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
16%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Knoch Intermediate Elementary School's ranking?
Knoch Intermediate Elementary School is ranked #546 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Knoch Intermediate Elementary School often compared to?
Knoch Intermediate Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Knoch Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Knoch Intermediate Elementary School?
296 students attend Knoch Intermediate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Knoch Intermediate Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Knoch Intermediate Elementary School?
Knoch Intermediate Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Knoch Intermediate Elementary School offer ?
Knoch Intermediate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Knoch Intermediate Elementary School part of?
Knoch Intermediate Elementary School is part of Knoch School District.
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