Serving 330 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Monessen 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Monessen El Ctr's attendance zone encompasses the entire Monessen school district, covering approximately 3 square miles. The zone generally allows for a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.1 miles to the edge and a maximum distance of 1.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monessen El Center's student population of 330 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
330 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Monessen 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 Monessen El Center is 0.69, which is more 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
#2488 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
39%
14%
White
29%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
29%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monessen El Center's ranking?
Monessen El Center is ranked #2488 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Monessen El Center often compared to?
Monessen El Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Metzgar Elementary School, Mendon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Monessen El Center?
330 students attend Monessen El Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Monessen El Center students are Black, 29% of students are White, 29% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monessen El Center?
Monessen El Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Monessen El Center offer ?
Monessen El Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Monessen El Center part of?
Monessen El Center is part of Monessen City School District.
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