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Farrell Area Es/lms

Elementary School · Farrell Area SD

1600 Roemer Blvd, Farrell, PA 16121

Enrollment

393

Student-Teacher

9.4:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#1,775 of 2,846

In Farrell

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

Farrell Area SD

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Farrell Area Es/lms

5.7/10

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About Farrell Area Es/lms

Farrell Area Es/lms is a public elementary school in Farrell, PA, part of Farrell Area SD. Farrell Area Es/lms serves approximately 393 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Farrell Area Es/lms has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,775 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for Farrell Area Es/lms show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts below PA schools
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • PA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Farrell Area Es/lms 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 9.4:1 students to teachers, Farrell Area Es/lms sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.17 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics2.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10.8% (2024 PSSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17.9% (2024 PSSA)
Math vs. State Avg-40.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-37.9 pts
Overall Proficiency14% (2024 PSSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2024 PSSA)
vs. Expected-19.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile8th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$40,030
Chronic Absenteeism27%

Farrell Area Es/lms — Students at Farrell Area Es/lms score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 25.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
44.3% (2024 PSSA)
ELA Proficiency 29.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
53.3% (2024 PSSA)

Based on 38 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
55%
ELA
46%
2010
Math
56%
ELA
44%
2011
Math
54%
ELA
38%
2012
Math
51%
ELA
34%
2013
Math
48%
ELA
31%
2014
Math
13%
ELA
23%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
28%
2016
Math
18%
ELA
33%
2017
Math
21%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
18%
ELA
35%
2019
Math
18%
ELA
35%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
17.5%
ELA
32.3%
2024
Math
10.1%
ELA
17.1%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Farrell Area Es/lms Compares

See how Farrell Area Es/lms performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
38th percentile in PA
Academic
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.0%

Location

1600 Roemer Blvd, Farrell, PA 16121

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Farrell Area Es/lms may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Luther W Low El Sch (rated 8.2/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby West Middlesex), which scores notably higher. Another option is Artman El Sch (rated 7.8/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Hermitage), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Karen A. Ionta El Sch (rated 7.4/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Hermitage), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Farrell, see our Farrell schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Farrell Area HS/UMS Farrell 0.1 mi 4.6
CROSSROADS PRIVATE ACADEMIC BOYS SCHOOL Farrell 0.3 mi 8.3
Musser El Sch Sharon 1.1 mi 5.1
Case Avenue El Sch Sharon 1.5 mi 5.6
Sharon MS Sharon 1.5 mi 4.2
Sharon HS Sharon 1.5 mi 7.3
ST JOHN PAUL II ELEMENTARY Hermitage 2.2 mi 7.0
West Hill El Sch Sharon 2.2 mi 4.7
Delahunty MS Hermitage 2.5 mi 6.6
Karen A. Ionta El Sch Hermitage 2.5 mi 7.4
Artman El Sch Hermitage 2.5 mi 7.8
Sharpsville Area SHS Sharpsville 2.9 mi 7.1
Sharpsville Area MS Sharpsville 3.0 mi 5.4
Sharpsville Area El Sch Sharpsville 3.0 mi 7.1
Hickory HS Hermitage 2.8 mi 7.5
SHENANGO VALLEY FAITH ACADEMY Sharpsville 3.4 mi
West Middlesex Area JSHS West Middlesex 3.3 mi 7.3
Luther W Low El Sch West Middlesex 3.4 mi 8.2
Oakview El Sch West Middlesex 3.4 mi 7.6
Brookfield High School Brookfield 4.0 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 16121 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$39,412

Median Home Value

$76,500

Median Rent

$879/mo

Population

4,290

College Educated

13.4%

Homeownership

58.9%

Poverty Rate

28.1%

Median Age

46.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
A L Wilson El Sch Fairchance, PA 5.7
Cambria Heights El Sch Carrolltown, PA 5.7
Crafton El Sch Pittsburgh, PA 5.7
E M Crouthamel El Sch Souderton, PA 5.7
ELCO Intermd Sch Myerstown, PA 5.7
Fairview El Sch Midland, PA 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Farrell Area Es/lms

What grades does Farrell Area Es/lms serve?

Farrell Area Es/lms serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Farrell Area Es/lms?

Farrell Area Es/lms has an enrollment of approximately 393 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Farrell Area Es/lms?

The student-teacher ratio at Farrell Area Es/lms is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Farrell Area Es/lms rank in PA?

Farrell Area Es/lms ranks #1,775 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is Farrell Area Es/lms's MySchoolScout rating?

Farrell Area Es/lms has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Farrell Area Es/lms?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Farrell Area Es/lms has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Farrell Area Es/lms a charter school?

No, Farrell Area Es/lms is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Farrell Area Es/lms a Title I school?

No, Farrell Area Es/lms is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Farrell Area Es/lms?

100.0% of students at Farrell Area Es/lms 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
41 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
393
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Mercer County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.0%

District

Farrell Area SD
District Enrollment
671
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$40,030
District Rank
#1 of 2

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