Coatesville Area SD School District

3030 Cg Zinn Rd
Thorndale, PA 19372
(District boundaries shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%

Top Rankings

Coatesville Area SD School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Pennsylvania for:

Category
Attribute
Diversity
Most diverse schools (Top 1%)
Community Size
Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,192 students in Coatesville Area SD School District. This district's average middle testing ranking is 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of public middle schools in Pennsylvania.
Public Middle Schools in Coatesville Area SD School District have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 52% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Overview

This School District
This State (PA)
# Schools
10 Schools
923 Schools
# Students
5,239 Students
591,579 Students
# Teachers
378 Teachers
44,337 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1

District Rank

Coatesville Area SD School District, which is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 675 school districts in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2021-2022 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 87% has increased from 82% over five school years.
This School District
State Average (PA)
#541 out of 684 school districts
(Bottom 50%)
This chart displays the overall district rank of Coatesville Area SD  School District, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
19%
36%
This chart displays the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Coatesville Area SD  School District and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
33%
55%
This chart displays the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Coatesville Area SD  School District and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
39%
57%
This chart displays the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Coatesville Area SD  School District and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
87%
87%
This chart displays public school graduation rate of Coatesville Area SD  School District and public school graduation rate of Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.

Students by Ethnicity:

0.71
0.65
# American Indian Students
7 Students
1,239 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
46 Students
25,214 Students
% Asian Students
1%
4%
# Hispanic Students
1,257 Students
97,970 Students
% Hispanic Students
24%
17%
# Black Students
1,505 Students
118,593 Students
% Black Students
29%
20%
# White Students
2,028 Students
316,870 Students
% White Students
39%
54%
# Hawaiian Students
5 Students
586 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
391 Students
30,545 Students
% of Two or more races Students
7%
5%

Students by Grade:

# Students in PK Grade:
-
1,623
# Students in K Grade:
393
15,933
# Students in 1st Grade:
391
17,465
# Students in 2nd Grade:
411
18,204
# Students in 3rd Grade:
369
18,156
# Students in 4th Grade:
375
19,235
# Students in 5th Grade:
351
33,809
# Students in 6th Grade:
346
92,720
# Students in 7th Grade:
377
128,929
# Students in 8th Grade:
384
129,773
# Students in 9th Grade:
431
34,725
# Students in 10th Grade:
532
28,504
# Students in 11th Grade:
478
26,584
# Students in 12th Grade:
401
25,919
# Ungraded Students:
-
-

District Revenue and Spending

The revenue/student of $34,736 is higher than the state median of $23,696. The school district revenue/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $34,912 is higher than the state median of $23,119. The school district spending/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
This School District
This State (PA)
Total Revenue
$182 MM
$39,541 MM
This chart displays total revenue of Coatesville Area SD  School District and median value from total revenues of all school districts in Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Spending
$183 MM
$38,578 MM
This chart displays total spending of Coatesville Area SD  School District and median value from total spendings of all school districts in Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Revenue / Student
$34,736
$23,696
This chart displays average revenue per public school student in Coatesville Area SD  School District and average revenue per public school student of all school districts in Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Spending / Student
$34,912
$23,119
This chart displays average spending per public school student in Coatesville Area SD  School District and average spending per public school student of all school districts in Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.

Best Coatesville Area SD School District Public Middle Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Coatesville Area Sd Cyber Academy
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 21-39% )
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
800 Olive St
Coatesville, PA 19320
(610) 383-6946
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Rank: #22.
North Brandywine Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
256 Reeceville Rd
Coatesville, PA 19320
(412) 351-0698
Grades: 7
| 377 students
Rank: #33.
Coatesville Intermediate High School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1425 E Lincoln Highway
Coatesville, PA 19320
(610) 383-3735
Grades: 8-9
| 815 students

Recent Articles

What Is A Charter School?
What Is A Charter School?
Explore the world of charter schools in this comprehensive guide. Learn about their history, how they operate, and the pros and cons of this educational innovation. Discover key facts about charter schools, including admission policies, demographics, and funding, as well as what to look for when considering a charter school for your child.
10 Reasons Why High School Sports Benefit Students
10 Reasons Why High School Sports Benefit Students
Discover the 10 compelling reasons why high school sports are beneficial for students. This comprehensive article explores how athletics enhance academic performance, foster personal growth, and develop crucial life skills. From improved fitness and time management to leadership development and community representation, learn why participating in high school sports can be a game-changer for students' overall success and well-being.
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and Evolution
February 05, 2025
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and Evolution
We explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • District size: 10 schools
  • Grades: KG-12
  • Enrollment: 5,239 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 61%
  • : 87% (Btm 50% in PA)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • : 39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Quick Links