Serving 312 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ferguson Twp Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (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 18% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ferguson Twp Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Ferguson Twp Elementary School's student population of 312 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
312 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ferguson Twp Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ferguson Twp Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#119 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
1%
14%
White
82%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ferguson Twp Elementary School's ranking?
Ferguson Twp Elementary School is ranked #119 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Ferguson Twp Elementary School often compared to?
Ferguson Twp Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Corl Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Ferguson Twp Elementary School?
312 students attend Ferguson Twp Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Ferguson Twp Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ferguson Twp Elementary School?
Ferguson Twp Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ferguson Twp Elementary School offer ?
Ferguson Twp Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ferguson Twp Elementary School part of?
Ferguson Twp Elementary School is part of State College Area School District.
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