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H W Good EL Sch

Elementary School · Yough SD

1464 Herminie-WN Rd, Herminie, PA 15637

Enrollment

276

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Herminie

#1 of 2

public schools

Pennsylvania elementary schools

#1,059 of 1,625

In district

#3 of 5

Yough SD

Academic performance

7.3 / 10

Strong

About H W Good EL Sch

H W Good Elementary School is a regular public school located in the suburban community of Herminie, Pennsylvania. Serving kindergarten through fourth grade, H W Good Elementary has an enrollment of 276 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14.5:1 with 19 full-time equivalent teachers. The academic performance at H W Good Elementary School places it in the 51st percentile among schools in Pennsylvania, with a MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and an academic score of 6.6 out of 10.

Students perform well in English Language Arts/Reading, where 65% are proficient or above, while the math proficiency rate stands at 48%. Located in a large suburban setting, H W Good Elementary School is a part of the community that values education and provides a supportive environment for its students to grow and develop.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-1.47 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48%
Reading/ELA Proficiency63.6%
Math vs. State Avg-3.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.8 pts
Overall Proficiency56%
Expected (poverty-adj.)53%
vs. Expected+2.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment4.4Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,958

H W Good EL Sch — Students at H W Good EL Sch score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

51.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 47.9%
School
State
47.0%
ELA Proficiency 65.1%
School
State
53.5%

Based on 10 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2024
Math
48.5%
ELA
63.9%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How H W Good EL Sch Compares

See how H W Good EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
40th percentile in PA
Academic
7.3/10
7.3/10
Growth
5.9/10
Above average
Environment
4.4/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
51%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers

Location

1464 Herminie-WN Rd, Herminie, PA 15637

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering H W Good EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. West Newton El Sch (rated 9.3/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby West Newton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hahntown El Sch (rated 7.9/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby North Huntingdon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, QUEEN OF ANGELS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby North Huntingdon), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Herminie, see our Herminie schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Yough SHS Herminie 0.7 mi 5.5
Sunset Valley El Sch North Huntingdon 3.3 mi 6.8
West Hempfield MS Irwin 3.3 mi 6.0
West Hempfield El Sch Irwin 3.6 mi 7.0
THE CHURCH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sutersville 3.2 mi
Hahntown El Sch North Huntingdon 4.2 mi 7.9
Norwin MS North Huntingdon 4.3 mi 7.5
Hillcrest Intermediate Sch North Huntingdon 4.3 mi 7.1
Norwin HS North Huntingdon 4.5 mi 6.6
QUEEN OF ANGELS CATHOLIC SCHOOL North Huntingdon 4.6 mi 7.7
CALVARY PRESCHOOL CENTER Irwin 4.5 mi
West Newton El Sch West Newton 4.7 mi 9.3
Sheridan Terrace El Sch North Huntingdon 5.4 mi 6.7
Yough Intrmd/MS Sch Ruffsdale 6.2 mi 5.5
Mendon El Sch Ruffsdale 6.3 mi 7.7
Stewartsville El Sch North Huntingdon 6.3 mi 7.0
Greenock El Sch Mckeesport 5.6 mi 6.6
Mt Vernon El Sch Mckeesport 5.4 mi 4.0
Elizabeth Forward MS Elizabeth 5.7 mi 7.1
Central El Sch Elizabeth 5.7 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 15637 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,722

Median Home Value

$257,000

Median Rent

$1,149/mo

Population

1,889

College Educated

24.2%

Homeownership

83.9%

Avg Commute

28.7 min

Poverty Rate

12.8%

Median Age

41.8

Community Profile

The community surrounding H W Good EL Sch has a median household income of $69,722. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $257,000, with a median rent of $1,149/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.8%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about H W Good EL Sch

What grades does H W Good EL Sch serve?

H W Good EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend H W Good EL Sch?

H W Good EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 276 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at H W Good EL Sch?

The student-teacher ratio at H W Good EL Sch is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does H W Good EL Sch rank in PA?

H W Good EL Sch is ranked #1697 out of 2,842 schools in PA.

What is H W Good EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?

H W Good EL Sch has a composite rating of 6.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at H W Good EL Sch?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, H W Good EL Sch has 47.9% math proficiency and 65.1% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is H W Good EL Sch a charter school?

No, H W Good EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is H W Good EL Sch a Title I school?

No, H W Good EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for H W Good EL Sch?

51.4% of students at H W Good 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 – 4th
Enrollment
276
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
51.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Westmoreland County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Yough SD
District Enrollment
1,833
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,253
District Rank
#3 of 5

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