Serving 148 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Mahantongo 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 148 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mahantongo El Sch's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Klingerstown, PA, encompassing approximately 99.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 15 to 20 minutes, with the average distance to the edge of the zone being about 8.4 miles and the furthest edge located 14.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mahantongo Elementary School's student population of 148 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
148 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Mahantongo 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 Mahantongo Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#1607 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
98%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 Mahantongo Elementary School's ranking?
Mahantongo Elementary School is ranked #1607 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Mahantongo Elementary School?
148 students attend Mahantongo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Mahantongo Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mahantongo Elementary School?
Mahantongo Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mahantongo Elementary School offer ?
Mahantongo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mahantongo Elementary School part of?
Mahantongo Elementary School is part of Tri-Valley School District.
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