Serving 95 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Port Matilda Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 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 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 95 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Port Matilda Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Port Matilda Elementary School's student population of 95 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
95 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Port Matilda Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Port Matilda Elementary School is 0.11, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#412 out of 2549 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
n/a
14%
White
94%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Port Matilda Elementary School's ranking?
Port Matilda Elementary School is ranked #412 out of 2,549 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?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Port Matilda Elementary School?
95 students attend Port Matilda Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Port Matilda Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Port Matilda Elementary School?
Port Matilda Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Port Matilda Elementary School offer ?
Port Matilda Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Port Matilda Elementary School part of?
Port Matilda Elementary School is part of Bald Eagle Area SD School District.
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