Gladys Burnham Elementary School serves 115 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 65-69% (which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 74%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 55-59% (which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 71%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 was equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
115 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)65-69%
74%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)55-59%
71%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
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
37%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 74% PA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 71% PA state average).
How many students attend Gladys Burnham Elementary School?
115 students attend Gladys Burnham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Gladys Burnham Elementary School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gladys Burnham Elementary School?
Gladys Burnham Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gladys Burnham Elementary School offer ?
Gladys Burnham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Gladys Burnham Elementary School part of?
Gladys Burnham Elementary School is part of Athens Area School District.
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