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#1610 of 2,846 schools in PA
Duquesne EL Sch
Elementary School · Duquesne City SD
300 Kennedy Avenue, Duquesne, PA 15110
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,610 of 2,846
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Duquesne EL Sch
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About Duquesne EL Sch
Duquesne EL Sch is a public elementary school in Duquesne, PA, part of Duquesne City SD. Duquesne EL Sch serves approximately 446 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Duquesne EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,610 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Duquesne EL Sch show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Duquesne 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.
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Duquesne EL Sch sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
55% of students at Duquesne 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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Duquesne EL Sch — Students at Duquesne EL Sch score 10% 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 38 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: 8.4/10.
How Duquesne EL Sch Compares
See how Duquesne 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
300 Kennedy Avenue, Duquesne, PA 15110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Duquesne EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Homeville El Sch (rated 8.7/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby West Mifflin), which scores notably higher. Another option is Turtle Creek EL STEAM Academy (rated 7.2/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Turtle Creek), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MARY OF NAZARETH CATHOLIC S (rated 7.1/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby White Oak), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Duquesne, see our Duquesne schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| West Mifflin Area MS West Mifflin | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Propel CS-McKeesport Pittsburgh | 1.8 mi | 3.3 |
| West Mifflin Area HS West Mifflin | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Twin Rivers El Sch Mckeesport | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Founders Hall Middle Sch Mckeesport | 1.9 mi | 2.3 |
| Homeville El Sch West Mifflin | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
| McKeesport Area SHS Mckeesport | 2.1 mi | 4.3 |
| MARY OF NAZARETH CATHOLIC S White Oak | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Turtle Creek EL STEAM Academy Turtle Creek | 2.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Propel CS-Braddock Hills Pittsburgh | 3.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Westinghouse Arts Academy CS Wilmerding | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Francis McClure El Sch Mckeesport | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Propel CS-East Pittsburgh | 3.1 mi | 3.0 |
| PRAISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY North Versailles | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| South Allegheny El Sch Port Vue | 3.3 mi | 5.9 |
| South Allegheny MS Mckeesport | 3.5 mi | 6.7 |
| South Allegheny HS Mckeesport | 3.5 mi | 6.3 |
| SERRA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Mckeesport | 3.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Steel Valley SHS Munhall | 2.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Steel Valley MS Munhall | 2.9 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,208
Median Home Value
$57,500
Median Rent
$725/mo
Population
5,186
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
43.7%
Avg Commute
31.5 min
Poverty Rate
29.4%
Median Age
34.3
Similar Schools
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| Barth El Sch Pottstown, PA | 6.0 |
| Bellaire El Sch Carlisle, PA | 6.0 |
| Bethlehem-Center El Sch Fredericktown, PA | 6.0 |
| Boothwyn El Sch Boothwyn, PA | 6.0 |
| Edgewood El Sch Folsom, PA | 6.0 |
| Kindergarten Academy Mechanicsburg, PA | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Duquesne EL Sch
What grades does Duquesne EL Sch serve?
Duquesne EL Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Duquesne EL Sch?
Duquesne EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 446 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Duquesne EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Duquesne EL Sch is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Duquesne EL Sch rank in PA?
Duquesne EL Sch ranks #1,610 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Duquesne EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Duquesne EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Duquesne EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Duquesne EL Sch has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Duquesne EL Sch a charter school?
No, Duquesne EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Duquesne EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Duquesne EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Duquesne EL Sch?
100.0% of students at Duquesne 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 446
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Allegheny County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.4%
- Phone
- (412) 466-5300
Resources & Links
District
Duquesne City SD- District Enrollment
- 449
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,041
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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