Serving 496 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Hempfield 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 58% (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 9% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: West Hempfield Elementary School serves the west part of its school district in Irwin, PA, covering an area of approximately 10.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with most living about 2.6 miles from the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 4.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Hempfield Elementary School's student population of 496 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
496 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
West Hempfield 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 West Hempfield Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#991 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
1%
14%
White
91%
60%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Hempfield Elementary School's ranking?
West Hempfield Elementary School is ranked #991 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
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 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend West Hempfield Elementary School?
496 students attend West Hempfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of West Hempfield Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Hempfield Elementary School?
West Hempfield Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Hempfield Elementary School offer ?
West Hempfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Hempfield Elementary School part of?
West Hempfield Elementary School is part of Hempfield Area School District.
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