Serving 522 students in grades Kindergarten-3, West Hills Primary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 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-3
- Enrollment: 522 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Hills Primary School serves the northwest part of the Kittanning, PA school district, covering an area of approximately 116.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 10.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Hills Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
West Hills Primary School's student population of 522 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
522 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Hills Primary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Hills Primary 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
#524 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Hills Primary School's ranking?
West Hills Primary School is ranked #524 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend West Hills Primary School?
522 students attend West Hills Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of West Hills Primary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Hills Primary School?
West Hills Primary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Hills Primary School offer ?
West Hills Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Hills Primary School part of?
West Hills Primary School is part of Armstrong School District.
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