Serving 237 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Richard J. Hyde Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 237 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richard J. Hyde Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Richard J. Hyde Elementary School's student population of 237 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
237 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Richard J. Hyde 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 Richard J. Hyde Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#524 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
27%
16%
Black
12%
14%
White
48%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
59%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richard J. Hyde Elementary School's ranking?
Richard J. Hyde Elementary School is ranked #524 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Richard J. Hyde Elementary School?
237 students attend Richard J. Hyde Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Richard J. Hyde Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richard J. Hyde Elementary School?
Richard J. Hyde Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Richard J. Hyde Elementary School offer ?
Richard J. Hyde Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Richard J. Hyde Elementary School part of?
Richard J. Hyde Elementary School is part of Moon Area School District.
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