Serving 148 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rockhill Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 148 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rockhill Elementary School serves the northern part of its school district in Rockhill Furnace, PA, covering an area of approximately 43 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the farthest point being about 6.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rockhill Elementary School's student population of 148 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
148 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rockhill 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 Rockhill Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#1534 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 Rockhill Elementary School's ranking?
Rockhill Elementary School is ranked #1534 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Rockhill Elementary School?
148 students attend Rockhill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Rockhill Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rockhill Elementary School?
Rockhill Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rockhill Elementary School offer ?
Rockhill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rockhill Elementary School part of?
Rockhill Elementary School is part of Southern Huntingdon County School District.
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