Serving 516 students in grades 4-6, Curtin Intrmd 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 25% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 516 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Curtin Intrmd School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Curtin Intrmd School's student population of 516 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
516 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Curtin Intrmd 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 Curtin Intrmd School is 0.68, which is more 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
#2071 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
26%
14%
White
46%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
20%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Curtin Intrmd School's ranking?
Curtin Intrmd School is ranked #2071 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Curtin Intrmd School often compared to?
Curtin Intrmd Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cochran Primary School, Lycoming Valley Intrmd School, Lyter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Curtin Intrmd School?
516 students attend Curtin Intrmd School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Curtin Intrmd School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 20% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Curtin Intrmd School?
Curtin Intrmd School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Curtin Intrmd School offer ?
Curtin Intrmd School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Curtin Intrmd School part of?
Curtin Intrmd School is part of Williamsport Area School District.
In what neighborhood is Curtin Intrmd School located?
Curtin Intrmd School is located in the East End neighborhood of Williamsport, PA.
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