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#1108 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 39% in state
First District EL Sch
Elementary School · Crawford Central SD
725 N Main St, Meadville, PA 16335
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,108 of 2,846
In Meadville
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 8
Crawford Central SD
Academic growth
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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First District EL Sch
Elementary School in Meadville · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Seton Catholic School
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Second District EL Sch
0.9 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About First District EL Sch
First District EL Sch is a public elementary school in Meadville, PA, part of Crawford Central SD. First District EL Sch serves approximately 344 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. First District EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,108 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for First District EL Sch show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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First District EL Sch — Students at First District EL Sch score 43% proficient, which is above 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: 8.2/10.
How First District EL Sch Compares
See how First District 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
725 N Main St, Meadville, PA 16335
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering First District EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Saegertown El Sch (rated 8.3/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Saegertown), which scores notably higher. Another option is West End El Sch (rated 8.1/10, 4.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cambridge Springs El Sch (rated 7.2/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Cambridge Springs), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Meadville, see our Meadville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Meadville | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Second District El Sch Meadville | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Meadville Area SHS Meadville | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Meadville MS Meadville | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Neason Hill El Sch Meadville | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| LEARNING CENTER K-8 SCHOOL Meadville | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Crawford County Career and Technical Center Meadville | 1.3 mi | — |
| Saegertown JSHS Saegertown | 5.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Saegertown El Sch Saegertown | 5.7 mi | 8.3 |
| West End El Sch Meadville | 4.6 mi | 8.1 |
| VALLEY VIEW SCHOOL Saegertown | 8.0 mi | — |
| Cochranton JSHS Cochranton | 9.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Conneaut Lake-Sadsbury El Sch Conneaut Lake | 8.7 mi | 7.0 |
| MELODY ECHOES SCHOOL Cochranton | 9.3 mi | — |
| Cochranton El Sch Cochranton | 10.7 mi | 7.0 |
| BLOOMING VALLEY MENNONITE SCHOOL Guys Mills | 9.2 mi | — |
| PILGRIM FELLOWSHIP SCHOOL Cochranton | 11.9 mi | — |
| FAITH BUILDERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Guys Mills | 9.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Cambridge Springs El Sch Cambridge Springs | 11.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Cambridge Springs JSHS Cambridge Springs | 11.6 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16335 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,531
Median Home Value
$149,500
Median Rent
$892/mo
Population
27,112
College Educated
26.4%
Homeownership
60.2%
Avg Commute
18.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
43.5
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| BLESSED TRINITY REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA | 6.9 |
| Charles W Longer El Sch Hollidaysburg, PA | 6.9 |
| Claysburg-Kimmel El Sch Claysburg, PA | 6.9 |
| Clearview El Sch Hanover, PA | 6.9 |
| East Petersburg El Sch East Petersburg, PA | 6.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about First District EL Sch
What grades does First District EL Sch serve?
First District EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend First District EL Sch?
First District EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 344 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at First District EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at First District EL Sch is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does First District EL Sch rank in PA?
First District EL Sch ranks #1,108 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is First District EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
First District EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 First District EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, First District EL Sch has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is First District EL Sch a charter school?
No, First District EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is First District EL Sch a Title I school?
No, First District EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for First District EL Sch?
100.0% of students at First District 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 344
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Crawford County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.0%
- Phone
- (814) 724-1124
Resources & Links
District
Crawford Central SD- District Enrollment
- 3,116
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,092
- District Rank
- #4 of 8
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