Very Good
#863 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 30% in state
Center Township EL Sch
Elementary School · Butler Area SD
950 Mercer Road, Butler, PA 16001
Enrollment
608
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
608
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#863 of 2,846
In Butler
#3 of 8
public schools
In district
#3 of 9
Butler Area SD
Academic performance
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Center Township EL Sch
Elementary School in Butler · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Center Township EL Sch
Center Township EL Sch is a public elementary school in Butler, PA, part of Butler Area SD. Center Township EL Sch serves approximately 608 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Center Township EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #863 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Center Township EL Sch show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.2
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Center Township EL Sch — Students at Center Township EL Sch score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.0/10.
How Center Township EL Sch Compares
See how Center Township 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
950 Mercer Road, Butler, PA 16001
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Center Township EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Moraine El Sch (rated 8.6/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Prospect), which scores notably higher. Another option is Northwest El Sch (rated 8.0/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Broad Street El Sch (rated 7.6/10, 3.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Butler, see our Butler schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Northwest El Sch Butler | 2.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Butler Area SHS Butler | 3.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Butler County Area Vocational Technical School Butler | 3.1 mi | — |
| Butler Area IHS Butler | 3.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Broad Street El Sch Butler | 3.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Emily Brittain El Sch Butler | 3.3 mi | 6.4 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Butler | 3.5 mi | 6.3 |
| BUTLER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Butler | 3.7 mi | 5.7 |
| ADELPHOI EDUCATION AT BUTLER Butler | 3.7 mi | — |
| McQuistion El Sch Butler | 4.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Dassa McKinney El Sch West Sunbury | 7.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Moraine El Sch Prospect | 6.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Connoquenessing El Sch Renfrew | 7.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Summit Township El Sch Butler | 6.9 mi | 7.1 |
| ST WENDELIN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Butler | 6.6 mi | 5.9 |
| PENN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Butler | 8.9 mi | 6.5 |
| HIS KIDS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Butler | 8.3 mi | 6.8 |
| SUMMIT ACADEMY Herman | 7.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Moniteau JSHS West Sunbury | 10.6 mi | 5.9 |
| HOLY SEPULCHER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Butler | 12.3 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,325
Median Home Value
$191,400
Median Rent
$864/mo
Population
39,733
College Educated
28.2%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Median Age
45.1
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| Blue Ridge El Sch New Milford, PA | 7.3 |
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| Conewago Twp El Sch Hanover, PA | 7.3 |
| Connoquenessing Valley El Sch Zelienople, PA | 7.3 |
| Daniel Boone Area Intermediate Cntr Douglassville, PA | 7.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Center Township EL Sch
What grades does Center Township EL Sch serve?
Center Township EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Center Township EL Sch?
Center Township EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 608 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Center Township EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Center Township EL Sch is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Center Township EL Sch rank in PA?
Center Township EL Sch ranks #863 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Center Township EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Center Township EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Center Township EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Center Township EL Sch has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Center Township EL Sch a charter school?
No, Center Township EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Center Township EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Center Township EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Center Township EL Sch?
40.6% of students at Center Township 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
- 608
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Butler County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.4%
- Phone
- (724) 287-8721
Resources & Links
District
Butler Area SD- District Enrollment
- 5,941
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,524
- District Rank
- #3 of 9
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