Serving 686 students in grades Kindergarten-4, South Park Elementary Center ranks in the top 30% 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 41% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher 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 15% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 686 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Park Elementary Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
South Park Elementary Center's student population of 686 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
686 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Park Elementary Center ranks within the top 30% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Park Elementary Center is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#671 out of 2549 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
5%
14%
White
85%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Park Elementary Center's ranking?
South Park Elementary Center is ranked #671 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are South Park Elementary Center often compared to?
South Park Elementary Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Sto-rox Primary Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend South Park Elementary Center?
686 students attend South Park Elementary Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of South Park Elementary Center students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Park Elementary Center?
South Park Elementary Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Park Elementary Center offer ?
South Park Elementary Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Park Elementary Center part of?
South Park Elementary Center is part of South Park SD School District.
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