Serving 311 students in grades Kindergarten-6, West End Elementary School ranks in the top 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 45-49% (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 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- 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
West End Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
West End Elementary School's student population of 311 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
311 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West End Elementary School 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 West End Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#1011 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
1%
14%
White
93%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West End Elementary School's ranking?
West End Elementary School is ranked #1011 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are West End Elementary School often compared to?
West End Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like First District Elementary School, Neason Hill Elementary School, Saegertown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 West End Elementary School?
311 students attend West End Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of West End Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West End Elementary School?
West End Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does West End Elementary School offer ?
West End Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West End Elementary School part of?
West End Elementary School is part of Crawford Central School District.
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