Serving 165 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten, Martin School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 63%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 165 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martin School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Martin School's student population of 165 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Total Students
165 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Martin School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
39%
14%
White
33%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
26%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% PA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 63% PA state average).
How many students attend Martin School?
165 students attend Martin School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Martin School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 26% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Martin School?
Martin School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Martin School offer ?
Martin School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
What school district is Martin School part of?
Martin School is part of New Kensington-Arnold School District.
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