Serving 508 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Port Allegany 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 26% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Port Allegany El Sch's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Port Allegany, PA, encompassing approximately 171.2 square miles. The zone typically allows for a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Port Allegany Elementary School's student population of 508 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
508 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
I will respect people, property, and myself.
School Rankings
Port Allegany 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 Port Allegany Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#1988 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
16%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Port Allegany Elementary School's ranking?
Port Allegany Elementary School is ranked #1988 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Port Allegany Elementary School often compared to?
Port Allegany Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smethport Area Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Port Allegany Elementary School?
508 students attend Port Allegany Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Port Allegany Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Port Allegany Elementary School?
Port Allegany Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Port Allegany Elementary School offer ?
Port Allegany Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Port Allegany Elementary School part of?
Port Allegany Elementary School is part of Port Allegany School District.
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