West Hills Elementary School serves 598 students in grades 2-5.
Minority enrollment was 1% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
598 students
Total Classroom Teachers (05-06)
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
1%
14%
White
99%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend West Hills Elementary School?
598 students attend West Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of West Hills Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does West Hills Elementary School offer ?
West Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5
What school district is West Hills Elementary School part of?
West Hills Elementary School is part of Armstrong School District.
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