Serving 365 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wingate Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wingate Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Bellefonte school district, covering approximately 341.2 square miles. It typically takes 20-30 minutes to drive to the school from various points within the zone, which extends up to 21.9 miles from the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wingate Elementary School's student population of 365 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
365 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wingate 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 Wingate 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
#1753 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
16%
Black
n/a
14%
White
96%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
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 Wingate Elementary School's ranking?
Wingate Elementary School is ranked #1753 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Wingate Elementary School often compared to?
Wingate Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Howard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Wingate Elementary School?
365 students attend Wingate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Wingate Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wingate Elementary School?
Wingate Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wingate Elementary School offer ?
Wingate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wingate Elementary School part of?
Wingate Elementary School is part of Bald Eagle Area School District.
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