Serving 413 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Portage Area Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher 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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Portage Area Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Portage Area Elementary School's student population of 413 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
413 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Mustangs
School Rankings
Portage Area Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Portage Area Elementary School is 0.12, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#374 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
n/a
14%
White
94%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Portage Area Elementary School's ranking?
Portage Area Elementary School is ranked #374 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Portage Area Elementary School often compared to?
Portage Area Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest Hills Elementary School, Richland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Portage Area Elementary School?
413 students attend Portage Area Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Portage Area Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Portage Area Elementary School?
Portage Area Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Portage Area Elementary School offer ?
Portage Area Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Portage Area Elementary School part of?
Portage Area Elementary School is part of Portage Area School District.
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