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Very Good

#621 of 2,846 schools in PA

Top 22% in state

Easterly Parkway EL Sch

Elementary School · State College Area SD

234 Easterly Pkwy, State College, PA 16801

Enrollment

320

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#621 of 2,846

In State College

#7 of 12

public schools

In district

#8 of 11

State College Area SD

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Easterly Parkway EL Sch

7.8/10

Elementary School in State College · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Easterly Parkway EL Sch

Easterly Parkway EL Sch is a public elementary school in State College, PA, part of State College Area SD. Easterly Parkway EL Sch serves approximately 320 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Easterly Parkway EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #621 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for Easterly Parkway EL Sch show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.5
  • PA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.71 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60.5% (2024 PSSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency63.3% (2024 PSSA)
Math vs. State Avg+9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.5 pts
Overall Proficiency62% (2024 PSSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2024 PSSA)
vs. Expected+3.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile67th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,929
Chronic Absenteeism19.7%

Easterly Parkway EL Sch — Students at Easterly Parkway EL Sch score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

38.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 65.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
46.0% (2024 PSSA)
ELA Proficiency 71.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
53.3% (2024 PSSA)

Based on 36 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
54.5%
ELA
63.9%
2024
Math
60.2%
ELA
63.4%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Easterly Parkway EL Sch Compares

See how Easterly Parkway EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
78th percentile in PA
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
38%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

234 Easterly Pkwy, State College, PA 16801

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Easterly Parkway EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ferguson Twp El Sch (rated 9.1/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Pine Grove Mills), which scores notably higher. Another option is Radio Park El Sch (rated 9.0/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Spring Creek El Sch (rated 8.8/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in State College, see our State College schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Nittany Valley CS State College 0.5 mi 6.7
STATE COLLEGE FRIENDS SCHOOL State College 0.7 mi 8.0
State College Area HS State College 0.7 mi 9.3
OUR CHILDREN'S CENTER State College 0.6 mi
BENNETT FAMILY CENTER University Park 1.0 mi
OUR LADY OF VICTORY CATHOLIC SCHOOL State College 1.0 mi 6.3
Corl Street El Sch State College 1.4 mi 8.7
SOARING HEIGHTS SCHOOL State College 1.4 mi
NITTANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL State College 1.6 mi 7.4
Young Scholars of Central PA CS State College 1.7 mi 5.8
Radio Park El Sch State College 2.1 mi 9.0
Mount Nittany MS State College 2.1 mi 7.4
Mount Nittany El Sch State College 2.1 mi 8.4
LEARNING STATION State College 2.4 mi
Spring Creek El Sch State College 2.8 mi 8.8
Centre Learning Community CS State College 2.5 mi 7.4
ST JOSEPHS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Boalsburg 2.8 mi 7.7
MERAKEY EDUCATION AND AUTISM CENTER State College 3.8 mi
GRACE PREP HIGH SCHOOL State College 3.0 mi 7.2
Ferguson Twp El Sch Pine Grove Mills 4.4 mi 9.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 16801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,821

Median Home Value

$400,400

Median Rent

$1,221/mo

Population

42,153

College Educated

66.6%

Homeownership

43.7%

Avg Commute

16.6 min

Poverty Rate

28.1%

Median Age

27.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Easterly Parkway EL Sch

What grades does Easterly Parkway EL Sch serve?

Easterly Parkway EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Easterly Parkway EL Sch?

Easterly Parkway EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 320 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Easterly Parkway EL Sch?

The student-teacher ratio at Easterly Parkway EL Sch is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Easterly Parkway EL Sch rank in PA?

Easterly Parkway EL Sch ranks #621 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is Easterly Parkway EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?

Easterly Parkway EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Easterly Parkway EL Sch?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Easterly Parkway EL Sch has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Easterly Parkway EL Sch a charter school?

No, Easterly Parkway EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Easterly Parkway EL Sch a Title I school?

No, Easterly Parkway EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Easterly Parkway EL Sch?

38.4% of students at Easterly Parkway 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
62 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
70 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
320
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
38.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Centre County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.7%

District

State College Area SD
District Enrollment
6,712
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,929
District Rank
#8 of 11

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