Serving 711 students in grades Kindergarten-4, South Park Elementary Center ranks in the top 50% 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% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 711 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Park Elementary Center's student population of 711 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
711 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Park Elementary Center 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 South Park Elementary Center is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#977 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
9%
14%
White
78%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Park Elementary Center's ranking?
South Park Elementary Center is ranked #977 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are South Park Elementary Center often compared to?
South Park Elementary Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Sto-rox Primary Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend South Park Elementary Center?
711 students attend South Park Elementary Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of South Park Elementary Center students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Park Elementary Center?
South Park Elementary Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Park Elementary Center offer ?
South Park Elementary Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Park Elementary Center part of?
South Park Elementary Center is part of South Park School District.
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