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Aliquippa EL Sch

Elementary School · Aliquippa SD

800 Twenty-First Street, Aliquippa, PA 15001

Enrollment

462

Student-Teacher

9.8:1

Score

2.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#2,775 of 2,846

In Aliquippa

#8 of 8

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Aliquippa SD

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Aliquippa EL Sch

2.8/10

Elementary School in Aliquippa · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.1/10

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About Aliquippa EL Sch

Aliquippa EL Sch is a public elementary school in Aliquippa, PA, part of Aliquippa SD. Aliquippa EL Sch serves approximately 462 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Aliquippa EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,775 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for Aliquippa EL Sch show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares3.6 pts below PA schools
  • This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
  • PA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Aliquippa EL Sch sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

38% of students at Aliquippa EL Sch were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.1Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.72 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics1.6Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency4.9% (2024 PSSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency16.5% (2024 PSSA)
Math vs. State Avg-46.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-39.3 pts
Overall Proficiency11% (2024 PSSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)74% (model expectation from 2024 PSSA)
vs. Expected-63.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile2th
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,577
Chronic Absenteeism37.7%

Aliquippa EL Sch — Students at Aliquippa EL Sch score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 74%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 22.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
44.3% (2024 PSSA)
ELA Proficiency 27.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
53.3% (2024 PSSA)

Based on 38 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
69%
ELA
50%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
45%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
50%
2012
Math
56%
ELA
40%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
39%
2014
Math
16%
ELA
33%
2015
Math
15%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
29%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
29%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
29%
2020*
Math
2%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
2%
ELA
15%
2022
Math
4.7%
ELA
15.9%
2024
Math
5%
ELA
16.8%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.1/10.

How Aliquippa EL Sch Compares

See how Aliquippa EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
2.8/10
3th percentile in PA
Academic
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
1%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
37.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

800 Twenty-First Street, Aliquippa, PA 15001

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Aliquippa EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Freedom Area El Sch (rated 8.5/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Freedom), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bon Meade El Sch (rated 8.1/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Moon Township), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Margaret Ross El Sch (rated 7.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Aliquippa, see our Aliquippa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Aliquippa JSHS Aliquippa 1.0 mi 5.1
Margaret Ross El Sch Aliquippa 1.5 mi 7.7
Hopewell JHS Aliquippa 1.5 mi 5.2
THE HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Aliquippa 1.7 mi
OUR LADY OF FATIMA SCHOOL Aliquippa 2.0 mi 6.2
Hopewell El Sch Aliquippa 2.2 mi 6.6
Hopewell SHS Aliquippa 1.9 mi 7.5
Center Grange Primary School Aliquippa 3.0 mi 7.2
Beaver County Career & Technology Center Monaca 3.3 mi
Ambridge Area HS Ambridge 3.0 mi 5.3
State Street El Sch Baden 3.2 mi 4.5
Central Valley HS Monaca 3.8 mi 7.4
Todd Lane El Sch Monaca 4.0 mi 7.1
Baden Academy CS Baden 3.7 mi 3.4
Highland El Sch Ambridge 3.5 mi 2.6
MONTESSORI SCHOOL FOR CREATIVE LEARNING Moon Township 4.8 mi
Central Valley MS Monaca 5.1 mi 4.6
Bon Meade El Sch Moon Township 4.8 mi 8.1
Freedom Area MS Freedom 5.0 mi 6.4
Freedom Area El Sch Freedom 5.1 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 15001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,301

Median Home Value

$178,300

Median Rent

$1,014/mo

Population

32,013

College Educated

30.2%

Homeownership

76.7%

Avg Commute

25.6 min

Poverty Rate

9.6%

Median Age

46.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Aliquippa EL Sch

What grades does Aliquippa EL Sch serve?

Aliquippa EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Aliquippa EL Sch?

Aliquippa EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 462 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Aliquippa EL Sch?

The student-teacher ratio at Aliquippa EL Sch is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Aliquippa EL Sch rank in PA?

Aliquippa EL Sch ranks #2,775 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is Aliquippa EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?

Aliquippa EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Aliquippa EL Sch?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Aliquippa EL Sch has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Aliquippa EL Sch a charter school?

No, Aliquippa EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Aliquippa EL Sch a Title I school?

No, Aliquippa EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Aliquippa EL Sch?

0.6% of students at Aliquippa EL Sch qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
73 Very Walkable
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
462
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Free/Reduced Lunch
0.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Beaver County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
37.7%

District

Aliquippa SD
District Enrollment
912
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,577
District Rank
#2 of 2

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