Serving 532 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Old Forge Elementary School 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 31% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 532 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Old Forge El Sch's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Old Forge, PA, covering approximately 3.4 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 1.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Old Forge Elementary School's student population of 532 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
532 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Old Forge 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 Old Forge Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#2029 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
16%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Black
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
69%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
59%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
2%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 24-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 Old Forge Elementary School's ranking?
Old Forge Elementary School is ranked #2029 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Old Forge Elementary School often compared to?
Old Forge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clarks Summit Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Old Forge Elementary School?
532 students attend Old Forge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Old Forge Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Old Forge Elementary School?
Old Forge Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Old Forge Elementary School offer ?
Old Forge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Old Forge Elementary School part of?
Old Forge Elementary School is part of Old Forge School District.
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