Serving 194 students in grades 3-5, Mt Vernon Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 65-69% (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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Mt Vernon El Sch serves the northeast part of the Mckeesport, PA school district, covering an area of approximately 7.6 square miles. Most students reside within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mt Vernon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mt Vernon Elementary School's student population of 194 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
194 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Mt Vernon Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mt Vernon Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#487 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
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
5%
16%
Black
2%
14%
White
83%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt Vernon Elementary School's ranking?
Mt Vernon Elementary School is ranked #487 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
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 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Mt Vernon Elementary School?
194 students attend Mt Vernon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Mt Vernon Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mt Vernon Elementary School?
Mt Vernon Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mt Vernon Elementary School offer ?
Mt Vernon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mt Vernon Elementary School part of?
Mt Vernon Elementary School is part of Elizabeth Forward School District.
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