Berkey School serves 302 students in grades 1-2.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-2
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berkey School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Berkey School's student population of 302 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
Total Students
302 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Berkey School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
30%
14%
White
38%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
27%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Berkey School?
302 students attend Berkey School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Berkey School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 27% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Berkey School offer ?
Berkey School offers enrollment in grades 1-2
What school district is Berkey School part of?
Berkey School is part of New Kensington-Arnold SD School District.
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