Serving 536 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Amos K Hutchinson Elementary School ranks in the top 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 46% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amos K Hutchinson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Amos K Hutchinson Elementary School's student population of 536 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
536 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Amos K Hutchinson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amos K Hutchinson Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#1203 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
7%
14%
White
73%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amos K Hutchinson Elementary School's ranking?
Amos K Hutchinson Elementary School is ranked #1203 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Amos K Hutchinson Elementary School often compared to?
Amos K Hutchinson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Baggaley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Amos K Hutchinson Elementary School?
536 students attend Amos K Hutchinson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Amos K Hutchinson Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Amos K Hutchinson Elementary School?
Amos K Hutchinson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Amos K Hutchinson Elementary School offer ?
Amos K Hutchinson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Amos K Hutchinson Elementary School part of?
Amos K Hutchinson Elementary School is part of Greensburg Salem School District.
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