Mars Area Centennial School

100 Winfield Manor Dr
Mars, PA 16046
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 496 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 5-6
  • Enrollment: 496 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 6%
  • : Top 20% in PA
  • : 55% (Top 30%)
  • : 78% (Top 10%)
  • 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:

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School Overview

Mars Area Centennial School's student population of 496 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
496 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
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School Rankings

Mars Area Centennial 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 Mars Area Centennial School is 0.12, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (PA)
#290 out of 2549 schools
(Top 20%)
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55%
38%
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78%
55%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
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American Indian
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Asian
3%
4%
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Hispanic
2%
14%
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Black
1%
14%
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White
94%
63%
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Hawaiian
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Two or more races
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5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.12
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Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
50%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #290 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?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Mars Area Centennial School?
496 students attend Mars Area Centennial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Mars Area Centennial School students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mars Area Centennial School?
Mars Area Centennial School has a student ration of 20:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mars Area Centennial School part of?
Mars Area Centennial School is part of Mars Area SD School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 5-6
  • Enrollment: 496 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 6%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 55% (Top 30%)
  • : 78% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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