New Brighton Area Elementary School

3200 43rd St
New Brighton, PA 15066
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 601 students in grades Kindergarten-5, New Brighton Area Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (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 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 601 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 32%
  • : Bottom 50% in PA
  • : 41% (Top 50%)
  • : 44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

New Brighton Area Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

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Attribute

School Overview

New Brighton Area Elementary School's student population of 601 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
601 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Where Lions Take Pride in Learning

School Rankings

New Brighton Area Elementary School 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 New Brighton Area Elementary School is 0.49, 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)
#1779 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
41%
38%
44%
55%
65-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
8%
14%
White
68%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
20%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.49
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
3%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is New Brighton Area Elementary School's ranking?
New Brighton Area Elementary School is ranked #1779 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend New Brighton Area Elementary School?
601 students attend New Brighton Area Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of New Brighton Area Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Brighton Area Elementary School?
New Brighton Area Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Brighton Area Elementary School offer ?
New Brighton Area Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is New Brighton Area Elementary School part of?
New Brighton Area Elementary School is part of New Brighton Area School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 601 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 32%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 41% (Top 50%)
  • : 44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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