Serving 572 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Paxinosa 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 21% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Paxinosa Elementary School serves the southern part of Easton, PA, encompassing an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Most students within this zone are typically within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge reaching about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paxinosa Elementary School's student population of 572 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
572 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Paxinosa 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 Paxinosa Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#2339 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
55%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
18%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
16%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
11%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (16-17)
2%
3%
Showing 2006–2017. View full 18-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 Paxinosa Elementary School's ranking?
Paxinosa Elementary School is ranked #2339 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Paxinosa Elementary School often compared to?
Paxinosa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cheston Elementary School, Shawnee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Paxinosa Elementary School?
572 students attend Paxinosa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Paxinosa Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paxinosa Elementary School?
Paxinosa Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Paxinosa Elementary School offer ?
Paxinosa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Paxinosa Elementary School part of?
Paxinosa Elementary School is part of Easton Area School District.
In what neighborhood is Paxinosa Elementary School located?
Paxinosa Elementary School is located in the West Ward neighborhood of Easton, PA.
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