Serving 577 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South St Marys Street Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 577 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South St Marys Street Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South St Marys Street Elementary School's student population of 577 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
577 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South St Marys Street Elementary School 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 South St Marys Street Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#1578 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
1%
14%
White
94%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South St Marys Street Elementary School's ranking?
South St Marys Street Elementary School is ranked #1578 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are South St Marys Street Elementary School often compared to?
South St Marys Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Francis S Grandinetti Elementary School, Johnsonburg Area Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend South St Marys Street Elementary School?
577 students attend South St Marys Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of South St Marys Street Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South St Marys Street Elementary School?
South St Marys Street Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does South St Marys Street Elementary School offer ?
South St Marys Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is South St Marys Street Elementary School part of?
South St Marys Street Elementary School is part of Saint Marys Area School District.
School Reviews
2 2/26/2016
Not a very good school in my opinion. The way they allow parents and fans to act to towards young athletes in ridiculous. It is not stop bullying to the opposing children. I mean who goes to a child's sporting event to make fun of children? Their coaches are totally aware of this situation. They do nothing they let them go. I would be very concerned about my child if I had one in this school. If they are willing to except very poor behavior from a group of adults bullying 11 years olds is pathetic. They should be ashamed of themselves. But from the response I got back from their athletic director - he felt the ref should have given our coaches a technical foul for stepping on he courts.. He also said one of our fans shouted out about a call okay well who hires the refs? Perhaps you should be more concerned about the impression you, your coaches, and your fans have on children. So please think twice about sending your child to this place; use your judgement. Don't ever let anyone talk down to or tease your child for just being an 11 year old having fun! I guess this has been going on and on forever. So apparently they like their low class reputation. But that's on them. I do urge them to end the bullying. It's no joke. So keep brushing it under the rug , see if that won't land you in trouble one way or another. Think about the children of these people. Your teaching your kids to be little disrespectful brats! Just like you. Just my thought! If you are ever thinking about sending your child to school here, so me a favor and go to a sporting event, and decide if you can agree with those values and actions they are teaching the young children.
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