Serving 452 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West View Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 55% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West View Elementary School's student population of 452 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
452 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
West View Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West View Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#672 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
36%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
55%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
57%

Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%

Hispanic
4%
15%

Black
5%
14%

White
78%
61%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
60%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is West View Elementary School's ranking?
West View Elementary School is ranked #672 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are West View Elementary School often compared to?
West View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highcliff Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend West View Elementary School?
452 students attend West View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of West View Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West View Elementary School?
West View Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does West View Elementary School offer ?
West View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West View Elementary School part of?
West View Elementary School is part of North Hills School District.
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