Serving 100 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, West Forest 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% 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: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 100 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Forest El Sch serves the western part of its school district in Tionesta, PA, covering an area of approximately 221.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of about 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being 18.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Forest Elementary School's student population of 100 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
100 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Focused, Inspired, Respectful, Engaged, Successful
School Rankings
West Forest 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 Forest Elementary School is 0.11, 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
#2036 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
13%
3%
Showing 2004–2016. Full 17-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 Forest Elementary School's ranking?
West Forest Elementary School is ranked #2036 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are West Forest Elementary School often compared to?
West Forest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Clarion Co Elementary School, East Forest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend West Forest Elementary School?
100 students attend West Forest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of West Forest Elementary School students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Forest Elementary School?
West Forest Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Forest Elementary School offer ?
West Forest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Forest Elementary School part of?
West Forest Elementary School is part of Forest Area School District.
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