Serving 627 students in grades 5-6, Mars Area Centennial 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 63% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher 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 7% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Mars Area Centennial School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Mars, PA, encompassing approximately 46.4 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mars Area Centennial School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mars Area Centennial School's student population of 627 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 62% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
627 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mars Area Centennial 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 Mars Area Centennial School is 0.13, 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
#298 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 14-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 Mars Area Centennial School's ranking?
Mars Area Centennial School is ranked #298 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Mars Area Centennial School often compared to?
Mars Area Centennial Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Haine Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Mars Area Centennial School?
627 students attend Mars Area Centennial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Mars Area Centennial School students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mars Area Centennial School?
Mars Area Centennial School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mars Area Centennial School offer ?
Mars Area Centennial School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mars Area Centennial School part of?
Mars Area Centennial School is part of Mars Area School District.
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