Serving 374 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Branch Area 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for West Branch Area El Sch encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 165.2 square miles in Morrisdale, PA. Within this area, families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 22.1 miles to its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Branch Area Elementary School's student population of 374 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
374 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Branch 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 West Branch Area 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
#1607 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
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)
65-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
1%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Branch Area Elementary School's ranking?
West Branch Area Elementary School is ranked #1607 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are West Branch Area Elementary School often compared to?
West Branch Area Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clearfield Area Elementary School, Curwensville Area Elementary School, Osceola Mills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% 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 West Branch Area Elementary School?
374 students attend West Branch Area Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of West Branch Area Elementary School students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Branch Area Elementary School?
West Branch Area Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Branch Area Elementary School offer ?
West Branch Area Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Branch Area Elementary School part of?
West Branch Area Elementary School is part of West Branch Area School District.
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