Serving 430 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mount Nittany Elementary 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 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority 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: 430 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mount Nittany Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mount Nittany Elementary School's student population of 430 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
430 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mount Nittany Elementary 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 Mount Nittany Elementary School is 0.35, 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)
90-94%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
2%
14%
White
80%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
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 Mount Nittany Elementary School's ranking?
Mount Nittany Elementary School is ranked #726 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Mount Nittany Elementary School often compared to?
Mount Nittany Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hershey Primary Elementary School, Radio Park Elementary 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 Mount Nittany Elementary School?
430 students attend Mount Nittany Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Mount Nittany Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mount Nittany Elementary School?
Mount Nittany Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mount Nittany Elementary School offer ?
Mount Nittany Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Mount Nittany Elementary School part of?
Mount Nittany Elementary School is part of State College Area School District.
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