Serving 468 students in grades 1-6, Minersville Area El Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower 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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Minersville Area El Ctr's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Pottsville, PA, encompassing approximately 55.5 square miles. The zone typically allows for a quick drive to the school, averaging 5-10 minutes, with its furthest edge located about 8.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Minersville Area El Center's student population of 468 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
468 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Minersville Area El Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Minersville Area El Center is 0.37, 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
#1707 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
16%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
White
78%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
1%
Showing 2013–2022. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Minersville Area El Center's ranking?
Minersville Area El Center is ranked #1707 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Minersville Area El Center often compared to?
Minersville Area El Centeris often viewed alongside schools like North Schuylkill Elementary School, Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Minersville Area El Center?
468 students attend Minersville Area El Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Minersville Area El Center students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Minersville Area El Center?
Minersville Area El Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Minersville Area El Center offer ?
Minersville Area El Center offers enrollment in grades 1-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Minersville Area El Center part of?
Minersville Area El Center is part of Minersville Area School District.
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