Serving 288 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Crafton Elementary School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% 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-6
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crafton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Crafton Elementary School's student population of 288 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
288 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Crafton 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 Crafton Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#1255 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
8%
14%
White
74%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crafton Elementary School's ranking?
Crafton Elementary School is ranked #1255 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Crafton Elementary School often compared to?
Crafton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Chartiers Early Childhood Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Crafton Elementary School?
288 students attend Crafton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Crafton Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crafton Elementary School?
Crafton Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Crafton Elementary School offer ?
Crafton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Crafton Elementary School part of?
Crafton Elementary School is part of Carlynton School District.
School Reviews
5 8/8/2011
This is a wonderful neighborhood school with high student achievement and great parent involvement. The staff know all of the students and provide a nurturing environment for students to excel!
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