Friedens Elementary School serves 110 students in grades Kindergarten-3.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was ≥80% (which was higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 76%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≥80% (which was higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 73%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 was lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
110 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)≥80%
76%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)≥80%
73%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
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
29%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 76% PA state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 73% PA state average).
How many students attend Friedens Elementary School?
110 students attend Friedens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Friedens Elementary School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Friedens Elementary School?
Friedens Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Friedens Elementary School offer ?
Friedens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Friedens Elementary School part of?
Friedens Elementary School is part of Somerset Area School District.
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