Serving 193 students in grades 4-6, Sto-rox Upper 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 4% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 193 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sto-rox Upper Elementary School's student population of 193 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
193 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Sto-rox Upper 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 Sto-rox Upper Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#2618 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
6%
16%
Black
64%
14%
White
13%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.7%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sto-rox Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Sto-rox Upper Elementary School is ranked #2618 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?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Sto-rox Upper Elementary School?
193 students attend Sto-rox Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Sto-rox Upper Elementary School students are Black, 17% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are White, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sto-rox Upper Elementary School?
Sto-rox Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sto-rox Upper Elementary School offer ?
Sto-rox Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sto-rox Upper Elementary School part of?
Sto-rox Upper Elementary School is part of Sto-Rox School District.
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