Serving 784 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Amanda E Stout Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 784 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amanda E Stout Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Amanda E Stout Elementary School's student population of 784 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
784 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Amanda E Stout 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 Amanda E Stout Elementary School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2524 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
86%
14%
Black
8%
14%
White
4%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amanda E Stout Elementary School's ranking?
Amanda E Stout Elementary School is ranked #2524 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Amanda E Stout Elementary School often compared to?
Amanda E Stout Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Millmont Elementary School, Schuylkill Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Amanda E Stout Elementary School?
784 students attend Amanda E Stout Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Amanda E Stout Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Amanda E Stout Elementary School?
Amanda E Stout Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Amanda E Stout Elementary School offer ?
Amanda E Stout Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Amanda E Stout Elementary School part of?
Amanda E Stout Elementary School is part of Reading School District.
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