Serving 446 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sharpsville Area Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Sharpsville Area El Sch serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district in Sharpsville, PA, covering approximately 26.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone is around 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 7.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sharpsville Area Elementary School's student population of 446 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
446 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Rankings
Sharpsville Area Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sharpsville Area Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#947 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Black
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
White
85%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-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 Sharpsville Area Elementary School's ranking?
Sharpsville Area Elementary School is ranked #947 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Sharpsville Area Elementary School often compared to?
Sharpsville Area Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Artman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Sharpsville Area Elementary School?
446 students attend Sharpsville Area Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Sharpsville Area Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sharpsville Area Elementary School?
Sharpsville Area Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sharpsville Area Elementary School offer ?
Sharpsville Area Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sharpsville Area Elementary School part of?
Sharpsville Area Elementary School is part of Sharpsville Area School District.
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