Serving 316 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Easterly Parkway Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher 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 38% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Easterly Parkway Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Easterly Parkway Elementary School's student population of 316 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
316 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Easterly Parkway Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Easterly Parkway Elementary School is 0.58, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#750 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
10%
14%
White
62%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Easterly Parkway Elementary School's ranking?
Easterly Parkway Elementary School is ranked #750 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Easterly Parkway Elementary School often compared to?
Easterly Parkway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Corl Street Elementary School, Radio Park Elementary School, Park Forest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Easterly Parkway Elementary School?
316 students attend Easterly Parkway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Easterly Parkway Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Easterly Parkway Elementary School?
Easterly Parkway Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Easterly Parkway Elementary School offer ?
Easterly Parkway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Easterly Parkway Elementary School part of?
Easterly Parkway Elementary School is part of State College Area School District.
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