Serving 350 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Tussey Mountain Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Saxton-Liberty Gr Sch serves the northwest part of the Saxton, PA school district, covering an area of approximately 88.3 square miles. Families typically drive 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest point in the zone being about 11.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tussey Mountain Elementary School's student population of 350 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
350 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tussey Mountain Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tussey Mountain Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#1227 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
1%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Titans
School Mascot
Titans
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tussey Mountain Elementary School's ranking?
Tussey Mountain Elementary School is ranked #1227 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Tussey Mountain Elementary School often compared to?
Tussey Mountain Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northern Bedford Co Elementary School, Everett Area Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Tussey Mountain Elementary School?
350 students attend Tussey Mountain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Tussey Mountain Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tussey Mountain Elementary School?
Tussey Mountain Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tussey Mountain Elementary School offer ?
Tussey Mountain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tussey Mountain Elementary School part of?
Tussey Mountain Elementary School is part of Tussey Mountain School District.
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