Serving 670 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mohawk Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and 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: 670 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mohawk Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mohawk Elementary School's student population of 670 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
670 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mohawk Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mohawk Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#941 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
n/a
14%
White
94%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mohawk Elementary School's ranking?
Mohawk Elementary School is ranked #941 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Mohawk Elementary School often compared to?
Mohawk Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laurel Elementary School, Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Mohawk Elementary School?
670 students attend Mohawk Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Mohawk Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mohawk Elementary School?
Mohawk Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mohawk Elementary School offer ?
Mohawk Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mohawk Elementary School part of?
Mohawk Elementary School is part of Mohawk Area School District.
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