Serving 324 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Myrtle Ave School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (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 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Myrtle Ave School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Myrtle Ave School's student population of 324 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
324 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Myrtle Ave 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 Myrtle Ave School is 0.46, 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
#806 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
9%
14%
White
72%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Myrtle Ave School's ranking?
Myrtle Ave School is ranked #806 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Myrtle Ave School often compared to?
Myrtle Ave Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William Penn Elementary School, Manchester Academic Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% 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 Myrtle Ave School?
324 students attend Myrtle Ave School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Myrtle Ave School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Myrtle Ave School?
Myrtle Ave School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Myrtle Ave School offer ?
Myrtle Ave School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Myrtle Ave School part of?
Myrtle Ave School is part of Keystone Oaks School District.
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