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#1213 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 43% in state
Clarion Area EL Sch
Elementary School · Clarion Area SD
800 Boundary St, Clarion, PA 16214
Enrollment
366
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
366
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,213 of 2,846
In Clarion
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Clarion Area SD
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Clarion Area EL Sch
Elementary School in Clarion · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Clarion Area Jshs
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About Clarion Area EL Sch
Clarion Area EL Sch is a public elementary school in Clarion, PA, part of Clarion Area SD. Clarion Area EL Sch serves approximately 366 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Clarion Area EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,213 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Clarion Area EL Sch show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Clarion Area EL Sch — Students at Clarion Area EL Sch score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.2%
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: 5.5/10.
How Clarion Area EL Sch Compares
See how Clarion 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
800 Boundary St, Clarion, PA 16214
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Clarion Area EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sligo El Sch (rated 8.9/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Sligo), which scores notably higher. Another option is Keystone El Sch (rated 8.7/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Knox), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Clarion-Limestone El Sch (rated 8.0/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Strattanville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Clarion, see our Clarion schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Clarion Area JSHS Clarion | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Clarion County Career Center Shippenville | 3.0 mi | — |
| CLARION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Shippenville | 3.0 mi | — |
| Clarion-Limestone El Sch Strattanville | 5.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Clarion-Limestone Area JSHS Strattanville | 5.7 mi | 6.0 |
| NEW BETHLEHEM MENNONITE SCHOOL New Bethlehem | 9.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Sligo El Sch Sligo | 8.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Keystone JSHS Knox | 7.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Keystone El Sch Knox | 8.0 mi | 8.7 |
| NEW BETHLEHEM WESLEYAN METHODIST SCHOOL New Bethlehem | 11.4 mi | — |
| MEALY AMISH SCHOOL Venus | 10.9 mi | 2.7 |
| SHADY NOOK AMISH SCHOOL Sligo | 9.5 mi | 4.0 |
| MCCAULEY SCHOOL Fryburg | 11.7 mi | — |
| ZACHERAL AMISH SCHOOL Tionesta | 12.3 mi | — |
| MEADOW VIEW AMISH SCHOOL Knox | 9.8 mi | — |
| North Clarion Co El Sch Tionesta | 13.1 mi | 6.4 |
| RUSTLING MAPLES Emlenton | 10.4 mi | 2.9 |
| North Clarion Co JSHS Tionesta | 13.2 mi | 6.3 |
| ALEXANDER AMISH SCHOOL Tionesta | 14.0 mi | — |
| BEAR RUN SCHOOL Knox | 11.0 mi | 2.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,430
Median Home Value
$169,100
Median Rent
$872/mo
Population
8,655
College Educated
40%
Homeownership
48.3%
Avg Commute
17.4 min
Poverty Rate
24.3%
Median Age
28.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Clarion Area EL Sch
What grades does Clarion Area EL Sch serve?
Clarion Area EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Clarion Area EL Sch?
Clarion Area EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 366 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Clarion Area EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Clarion Area EL Sch is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Clarion Area EL Sch rank in PA?
Clarion Area EL Sch ranks #1,213 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Clarion Area EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Clarion Area EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Clarion Area EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Clarion Area EL Sch has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Clarion Area EL Sch a charter school?
No, Clarion Area EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Clarion Area EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Clarion Area EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Clarion Area EL Sch?
99.2% of students at Clarion 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 366
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Clarion County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.2%
- Phone
- (814) 226-8118
Resources & Links
District
Clarion Area SD- District Enrollment
- 822
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,757
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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