Serving 558 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 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 558 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: New Brighton Area Elementary School serves a 12.3 square mile attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district in New Brighton, PA. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Brighton Area Elementary School's student population of 558 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
558 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
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 0.52, 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
#1779 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
8%
14%
White
66%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
21%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
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 schools are New Brighton Area Elementary School often compared to?
New Brighton Area Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rochester Area Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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?
558 students attend New Brighton Area Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of New Brighton Area Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 5% 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 12:1, which is lower than 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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