Metzgar Elementary School

140 Cc Hall Drive
New Alexandria, PA 15670
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
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Top 50%
Serving 275 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Metzgar Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 275 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : Top 50% in PA
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Metzgar Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Metzgar Elementary School's student population of 275 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
275 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sat. Aug 30, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026

School Rankings

Metzgar Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Metzgar Elementary School is 0.17, 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.
This School
State Level (PA)
#829 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
60-64%
38%
55-59%
55%
60-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
91%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.17
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
1%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Metzgar Elementary School's ranking?
Metzgar Elementary School is ranked #829 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Metzgar Elementary School often compared to?
Metzgar Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monessen El Center, Mountain View Elementary School, Mccullough Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Metzgar Elementary School?
275 students attend Metzgar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Metzgar Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Metzgar Elementary School?
Metzgar Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Metzgar Elementary School offer ?
Metzgar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Metzgar Elementary School part of?
Metzgar Elementary School is part of Greensburg Salem School District.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 275 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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