Serving 567 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Mercer Area Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 53% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Mercer Area El Sch's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Mercer, PA, spanning approximately 88.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 8.7 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mercer Area Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mercer Area Elementary School's student population of 567 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
567 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mercer Area Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mercer Area Elementary 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
#775 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
16%
Black
1%
14%
White
93%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mercer Area Elementary School's ranking?
Mercer Area Elementary School is ranked #775 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Mercer Area Elementary School often compared to?
Mercer Area Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakview Elementary School, Hillview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Mercer Area Elementary School?
567 students attend Mercer Area Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Mercer Area Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mercer Area Elementary School?
Mercer Area Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mercer Area Elementary School offer ?
Mercer Area Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mercer Area Elementary School part of?
Mercer Area Elementary School is part of Mercer Area School District.
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