Serving 635 students in grades Kindergarten-5, South Allegheny 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 38% (which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 635 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Allegheny El Sch's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Mckeesport, PA, covering approximately 9.5 square miles. Families within this area typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Allegheny Elementary School's student population of 635 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
635 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
South Allegheny 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 South Allegheny Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#1749 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Black
13%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
White
70%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Two or more races
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (16-17)
2%
3%
Showing 2008–2017. View full 11-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 South Allegheny Elementary School's ranking?
South Allegheny Elementary School is ranked #1749 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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend South Allegheny Elementary School?
635 students attend South Allegheny Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of South Allegheny Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Allegheny Elementary School?
South Allegheny Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Allegheny Elementary School offer ?
South Allegheny Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Allegheny Elementary School part of?
South Allegheny Elementary School is part of South Allegheny School District.
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