Serving 389 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Marion-walker 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marion-walker Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Marion-walker Elementary School's student population of 389 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marion-walker Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marion-walker Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#283 out of 2549 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
n/a
14%
White
96%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion-walker Elementary School's ranking?
Marion-walker Elementary School is ranked #283 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Marion-walker Elementary School?
389 students attend Marion-walker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Marion-walker Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marion-walker Elementary School?
Marion-walker Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marion-walker Elementary School offer ?
Marion-walker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Marion-walker Elementary School part of?
Marion-walker Elementary School is part of Bellefonte Area SD School District.
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