Excellent
#267 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 9% in state
Bower Hill EL Sch
Elementary School · Peters Township SD
424 Bower Hill Road, Venetia, PA 15367
Enrollment
707
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
707
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#267 of 2,846
In district
#5 of 5
Peters Township SD
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Bower Hill EL Sch
Elementary School in Venetia · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bower Hill EL Sch
Bower Hill EL Sch is a public elementary school in Venetia, PA, part of Peters Township SD. Bower Hill EL Sch serves approximately 707 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Bower Hill EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #267 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Bower Hill EL Sch show 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 8.6
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Bower Hill EL Sch — Students at Bower Hill EL Sch score 92% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
12.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.6/10.
How Bower Hill EL Sch Compares
See how Bower Hill EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
424 Bower Hill Road, Venetia, PA 15367
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bower Hill EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. William Penn El Sch (rated 9.4/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Bethel Park), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Streams El Sch (rated 9.1/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Pittsburgh), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Benjamin Franklin El Sch (rated 8.9/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Bethel Park), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Venetia, see our Venetia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| McMurray El Sch Mcmurray | 1.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Peters Twp HS Mcmurray | 2.4 mi | 8.6 |
| William Penn El Sch Bethel Park | 2.8 mi | 9.4 |
| George Washington El Sch Bethel Park | 3.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Peters Twp MS Mcmurray | 2.9 mi | 8.9 |
| Pleasant Valley El Sch Mcmurray | 2.9 mi | 8.6 |
| ST LOUISE DE MARILLAC SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 3.9 mi | 3.9 |
| KINDER CARE LEARNING CENTER Mcmurray | 3.3 mi | — |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER Mcmurray | 3.3 mi | — |
| South Park MS South Park | 3.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Neil Armstrong 5-6 MS Bethel Park | 3.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Boyce MS Pittsburgh | 4.2 mi | 9.3 |
| Bethel Memorial El Sch Bethel Park | 4.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Streams El Sch Pittsburgh | 4.5 mi | 9.1 |
| Ringgold El Sch North Finleyville | 3.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Benjamin Franklin El Sch Bethel Park | 4.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Upper Saint Clair HS Pittsburgh | 5.1 mi | 9.6 |
| Bethel Park HS Bethel Park | 5.2 mi | 7.3 |
| SOUTHWOOD SCHOOL Canonsburg | 4.1 mi | 6.3 |
| WESTMINSTER CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Pittsburgh | 5.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15367 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$142,107
Median Home Value
$556,100
Median Rent
$1,068/mo
Population
9,920
College Educated
62.7%
Homeownership
92.9%
Avg Commute
29.7 min
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Median Age
41.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bower Hill EL Sch
What grades does Bower Hill EL Sch serve?
Bower Hill EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Bower Hill EL Sch?
Bower Hill EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 707 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bower Hill EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Bower Hill EL Sch is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bower Hill EL Sch rank in PA?
Bower Hill EL Sch ranks #267 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Bower Hill EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Bower Hill EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Bower Hill EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bower Hill EL Sch has 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bower Hill EL Sch a charter school?
No, Bower Hill EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bower Hill EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Bower Hill EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bower Hill EL Sch?
12.9% of students at Bower Hill 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 707
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 12.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Washington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 4.0%
- Phone
- (724) 941-0913
Resources & Links
District
Peters Township SD- District Enrollment
- 3,986
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,688
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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