Serving 423 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Kiski Area East Primary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kiski Area East Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kiski Area East Primary School's student population of 423 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kiski Area East Primary 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 Kiski Area East Primary School is 0.33, 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
#726 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
10%
14%
White
81%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kiski Area East Primary School's ranking?
Kiski Area East Primary School is ranked #726 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Kiski Area East Primary School often compared to?
Kiski Area East Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kiski Area South Primary School, Kiski Area North Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Kiski Area East Primary School?
423 students attend Kiski Area East Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Kiski Area East Primary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kiski Area East Primary School?
Kiski Area East Primary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kiski Area East Primary School offer ?
Kiski Area East Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Kiski Area East Primary School part of?
Kiski Area East Primary School is part of Kiski Area School District.
School Reviews
5 8/2/2016
I have 2 children at east primary going on 4 yrs now and cannot say enough about the teachers they have had. Mr. Marchand is great with the kids! The entire staff has been nothing but awesome! Thank you East Primary for taking such great care of my kids! They love you all!
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