Serving 423 students in grades 3-6, Towanda Area Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 42% (which is higher than 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 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Towanda Area El Sch's attendance zone encompasses the entire Towanda school district, covering approximately 162.5 square miles in and around Towanda, PA. Typically, families can expect a driving time of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 10.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 16.7 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Towanda Area Elementary School's student population of 423 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
423 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Towanda Area 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 Towanda Area Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#1649 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
16%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
12%
2%
Showing 2011–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Towanda Area Elementary School's ranking?
Towanda Area Elementary School is ranked #1649 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Towanda Area Elementary School often compared to?
Towanda Area Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wyalusing Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% 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 Towanda Area Elementary School?
423 students attend Towanda Area Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Towanda Area Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Towanda Area Elementary School?
Towanda Area Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Towanda Area Elementary School offer ?
Towanda Area Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Towanda Area Elementary School part of?
Towanda Area Elementary School is part of Towanda Area School District.
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