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#1507 of 2,846 schools in PA
Brownsville Area EL Sch
Elementary School · Brownsville Area SD
7 Falcon Drive, Brownsville, PA 15417
Enrollment
649
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
649
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,507 of 2,846
In Brownsville
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
Brownsville Area SD
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Brownsville Area EL Sch
Elementary School in Brownsville · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Brownsville Area EL Sch
Brownsville Area EL Sch is a public elementary school in Brownsville, PA, part of Brownsville Area SD. Brownsville Area EL Sch serves approximately 649 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Brownsville Area EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,507 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Brownsville Area EL Sch show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Brownsville Area EL Sch sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Brownsville Area EL Sch sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
41% of students at Brownsville Area 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
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Brownsville Area EL Sch — Students at Brownsville Area EL Sch score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 22 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: 8.6/10.
How Brownsville Area EL Sch Compares
See how Brownsville Area 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
7 Falcon Drive, Brownsville, PA 15417
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brownsville Area EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Menallen Sch (rated 6.8/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Uniontown), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST SEBASTIAN REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Belle Vernon), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Bethlehem-Center El Sch (rated 6.0/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Fredericktown), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brownsville, see our Brownsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Brownsville Area MS Brownsville | 0.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Brownsville Area HS Brownsville | 0.1 mi | 4.6 |
| California Area SHS Coal Center | 3.0 mi | 5.5 |
| California Area MS Coal Center | 3.0 mi | 4.4 |
| California Area El Sch Coal Center | 3.2 mi | 4.6 |
| California Academy of Learning CS Coal Center | 3.2 mi | 5.3 |
| CALVARY CHAPEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fredericktown | 5.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Mon Valley Career and Technology Center Charleroi | 7.7 mi | — |
| Belle Vernon Area MS Belle Vernon | 7.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Marion El Sch Belle Vernon | 8.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Albert Gallatin North MS Mcclellandtown | 8.6 mi | 5.2 |
| George J Plava El Sch Mc Clellandtown | 8.7 mi | 5.4 |
| ST SEBASTIAN REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Belle Vernon | 8.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Monessen SHS Monessen | 9.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Monessen MS Monessen | 9.1 mi | 3.3 |
| Menallen Sch Uniontown | 7.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Bethlehem-Center JSHS Fredericktown | 7.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Bethlehem-Center El Sch Fredericktown | 7.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Carmichaels Area HS Carmichaels | 8.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Carmichaels Area MS Carmichaels | 8.9 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15417 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,383
Median Home Value
$100,500
Median Rent
$693/mo
Population
7,709
College Educated
17.8%
Homeownership
68.8%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
20.3%
Median Age
47.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Acmetonia El Sch Cheswick, PA | 6.2 |
| Brecknock El Sch Denver, PA | 6.2 |
| Charleroi Area El Ctr Charleroi, PA | 6.2 |
| Clarence M Gockley El Sch Whitehall, PA | 6.2 |
| Cranberry El Sch Seneca, PA | 6.2 |
| Hannah Penn York, PA | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brownsville Area EL Sch
What grades does Brownsville Area EL Sch serve?
Brownsville Area EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Brownsville Area EL Sch?
Brownsville Area EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 649 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brownsville Area EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Brownsville Area EL Sch is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brownsville Area EL Sch rank in PA?
Brownsville Area EL Sch ranks #1,507 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Brownsville Area EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Brownsville Area EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Brownsville Area EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brownsville Area EL Sch has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
Is Brownsville Area EL Sch a charter school?
No, Brownsville Area EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brownsville Area EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Brownsville Area EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brownsville Area EL Sch?
100.0% of students at Brownsville Area 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 649
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Fayette County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.7%
- Phone
- (724) 785-9600
Resources & Links
District
Brownsville Area SD- District Enrollment
- 1,423
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,250
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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