Serving 217 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Robert Morris #27 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert Morris #27 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Robert Morris #27's student population of 217 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
217 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Robert Morris #27 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert Morris #27 is 0.69, which is more 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
#2160 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
33%
14%
Black
13%
14%
White
43%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert Morris #27's ranking?
Robert Morris #27 is ranked #2160 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Robert Morris #27 often compared to?
Robert Morris #27is often viewed alongside schools like John F. Kennedy #7, Mcnichols Plaza by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Robert Morris #27?
217 students attend Robert Morris #27.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Robert Morris #27 students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert Morris #27?
Robert Morris #27 has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Robert Morris #27 offer ?
Robert Morris #27 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert Morris #27 part of?
Robert Morris #27 is part of Scranton School District.
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