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Very Good

#816 of 2,846 schools in PA

Top 29% in state

Fort Allen EL Sch

Elementary School · Hempfield Area SD

560 Baltzer Meyer Pike, Greensburg, PA 15601

Enrollment

481

Student-Teacher

9.8:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#816 of 2,846

In Greensburg

#4 of 10

public schools

In district

#5 of 8

Hempfield Area SD

Academic performance

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Fort Allen EL Sch

7.4/10

Elementary School in Greensburg · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Hempfield Area Shs

7.5/10

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7.6/10

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About Fort Allen EL Sch

Fort Allen EL Sch is a public elementary school in Greensburg, PA, part of Hempfield Area SD. Fort Allen EL Sch serves approximately 481 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Fort Allen EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #816 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for Fort Allen EL Sch show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.6
  • PA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Fort Allen EL Sch 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 Progress6.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.03 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency65.2% (2024 PSSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67.5% (2024 PSSA)
Math vs. State Avg+13.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+11.7 pts
Overall Proficiency66% (2024 PSSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2024 PSSA)
vs. Expected+11.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,134
Chronic Absenteeism16.8%

Fort Allen EL Sch — Students at Fort Allen EL Sch score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 63.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
46.0% (2024 PSSA)
ELA Proficiency 70.1% (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
89%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
84%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
53%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
66%
2016
Math
53%
ELA
70%
2017
Math
58%
ELA
71%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
74%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
74%
2020*
Math
43%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
43%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
41.9%
ELA
58.6%
2024
Math
64.4%
ELA
67.5%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How Fort Allen EL Sch Compares

See how Fort Allen EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
71th percentile in PA
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
49 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

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

560 Baltzer Meyer Pike, Greensburg, PA 15601

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fort Allen EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maxwell El Sch (rated 7.9/10, 4.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is West Point El Sch (rated 7.7/10, 4.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Stanwood El Sch (rated 7.5/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby New Stanton), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Greensburg, see our Greensburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Hempfield Area SHS Greensburg 0.5 mi 7.5
Jeannette HS Jeannette 2.8 mi 7.6
GREENSBURG CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Greensburg 2.3 mi 6.8
Jeannette McKee El Sch Jeannette 3.1 mi 5.6
HERITAGE BAPTIST ACADEMY Jeannette 3.1 mi 5.8
Amos K Hutchinson El Sch Greensburg 2.6 mi 5.5
Central Westmoreland Career and Technology Center New Stanton 3.3 mi
Stanwood El Sch New Stanton 3.5 mi 7.5
WESTMORELAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Greensburg 2.8 mi 5.9
AQUINAS ACADEMY Greensburg 3.3 mi 6.9
Greensburg-Salem MS Greensburg 3.3 mi 4.4
HILLTOP BAPTIST SCHOOL Hunker 3.9 mi
Nicely El Sch Greensburg 4.3 mi 6.0
Greensburg-Salem HS Greensburg 4.4 mi 6.3
Maxwell El Sch Greensburg 4.6 mi 7.9
Wendover MS Greensburg 4.0 mi 6.8
MERAKEY EDUCATION CENTER Greensburg 4.0 mi
West Point El Sch Greensburg 4.3 mi 7.7
West Hempfield MS Irwin 4.4 mi 6.8
West Hempfield El Sch Irwin 4.8 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 15601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,369

Median Home Value

$209,400

Median Rent

$868/mo

Population

55,670

College Educated

39.7%

Homeownership

74.2%

Avg Commute

24.3 min

Poverty Rate

8.6%

Median Age

46.2

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Corry Area Primary Sch Corry, PA 7.4
EDEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wexford, PA 7.4
Elk Ridge School Oxford, PA 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fort Allen EL Sch

What grades does Fort Allen EL Sch serve?

Fort Allen EL Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Fort Allen EL Sch?

Fort Allen EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 481 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fort Allen EL Sch?

The student-teacher ratio at Fort Allen EL Sch is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fort Allen EL Sch rank in PA?

Fort Allen EL Sch ranks #816 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is Fort Allen EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?

Fort Allen EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Fort Allen EL Sch?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fort Allen EL Sch has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Fort Allen EL Sch a charter school?

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

Is Fort Allen EL Sch a Title I school?

No, Fort Allen EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fort Allen EL Sch?

47.0% of students at Fort Allen 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
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
17 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
481
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
49
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Westmoreland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

District

Hempfield Area SD
District Enrollment
5,126
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,134
District Rank
#5 of 8

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