Serving 455 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, United 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 54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher 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 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: United El School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Armagh, PA, encompassing approximately 132.3 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 6.8 miles to the nearest zone edge and a maximum distance of 9.1 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
United Elementary School's student population of 455 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
455 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
United 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 United Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#963 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
1%
16%
Black
n/a
14%
White
97%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is United Elementary School's ranking?
United Elementary School is ranked #963 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are United Elementary School often compared to?
United Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blairsville Elementary School, Rayne Elementary School, W.a. Mccreery Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend United Elementary School?
455 students attend United Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of United Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of United Elementary School?
United Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does United Elementary School offer ?
United Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is United Elementary School part of?
United Elementary School is part of United School District.
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