Mars Area Primary Center serves 496 students in grades Kindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mars Area Primary Center's student population of 496 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-1
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
496 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
The Mars Way
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mars Area Primary Center is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
n/a
14%
White
90%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Mars Area Primary Center often compared to?
Mars Area Primary Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Knoch Primary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Mars Area Primary Center?
496 students attend Mars Area Primary Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Mars Area Primary Center students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mars Area Primary Center?
Mars Area Primary Center has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mars Area Primary Center offer ?
Mars Area Primary Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-1 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mars Area Primary Center part of?
Mars Area Primary Center is part of Mars Area School District.
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