Serving 523 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Stanwood Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 50% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 523 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stanwood Elementary School's student population of 523 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
523 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Stanwood Elementary School 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 Stanwood Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#631 out of 2549 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
1%
14%
White
91%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Stanwood Elementary School's ranking?
Stanwood Elementary School is ranked #631 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Stanwood Elementary School often compared to?
Stanwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stewartsville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Stanwood Elementary School?
523 students attend Stanwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Stanwood Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stanwood Elementary School?
Stanwood Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Stanwood Elementary School offer ?
Stanwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Stanwood Elementary School part of?
Stanwood Elementary School is part of Hempfield Area SD School District.
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