Bruin Elementary School serves 124 students in grades 1-6.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 75-79% (which was higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 74%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 85-89% (which was higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 71%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 was higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
Total Students
124 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)75-79%
74%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)85-89%
71%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
n/a
14%
White
100%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 74% PA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 71% PA state average).
How many students attend Bruin Elementary School?
124 students attend Bruin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Bruin Elementary School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bruin Elementary School?
Bruin Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bruin Elementary School offer ?
Bruin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-6
What school district is Bruin Elementary School part of?
Bruin Elementary School is part of Karns City Area School District.
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