Excellent
#431 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 15% in state
J H Brooks EL Sch
Elementary School · Moon Area SD
1720 Hassam Rd, Moon Township, PA 15108
Enrollment
383
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
383
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#431 of 2,846
In Moon Township
#5 of 8
public schools
In district
#5 of 8
Moon Area SD
Academic performance
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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J H Brooks EL Sch
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About J H Brooks EL Sch
J H Brooks EL Sch is a public elementary school in Moon Township, PA, part of Moon Area SD. J H Brooks EL Sch serves approximately 383 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. J H Brooks EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #431 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for J H Brooks EL Sch show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 8.4
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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J H Brooks EL Sch — Students at J H Brooks EL Sch score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
27.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 8.3/10.
How J H Brooks EL Sch Compares
See how J H Brooks 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
1720 Hassam Rd, Moon Township, PA 15108
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering J H Brooks EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Edgeworth El Sch (rated 9.4/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Sewickley), which scores notably higher. Another option is Osborne El Sch (rated 9.3/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Sewickley), which scores notably higher. Additionally, McCormick El Sch (rated 9.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Moon Township, see our Moon Township schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RHEMA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Coraopolis | 0.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Cornell El Sch Coraopolis | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Cornell HS Coraopolis | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| McCormick El Sch Moon Township | 1.5 mi | 9.1 |
| OUR LADY OF THE SACRED HEART HIGH SCHOOL Coraopolis | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Richard J. Hyde El Sch Moon Township | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Osborne El Sch Sewickley | 2.2 mi | 9.3 |
| Quaker Valley MS Sewickley | 2.5 mi | 7.9 |
| ST JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sewickley | 2.6 mi | 7.6 |
| NOAH'S ARK PRESCHOOL/KINDERGARTEN Sewickley | 2.7 mi | — |
| Moon Area Upper MS Moon Township | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Moon Area Lower MS Moon Township | 2.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Moon Area SHS Moon Township | 2.4 mi | 8.0 |
| ROBINSON TOWNSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mc Kees Rocks | 2.8 mi | 7.0 |
| SEWICKLEY ACADEMY Sewickley | 3.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Edgeworth El Sch Sewickley | 3.5 mi | 9.4 |
| J.A. Allard El Sch Moon Township | 3.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Parkway West Career and Technology Center Oakdale | 4.0 mi | — |
| BRADLEY SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 4.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Montour El Sch Mckees Rocks | 3.8 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15108 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,703
Median Home Value
$255,200
Median Rent
$1,161/mo
Population
42,782
College Educated
47.1%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
41.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about J H Brooks EL Sch
What grades does J H Brooks EL Sch serve?
J H Brooks EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend J H Brooks EL Sch?
J H Brooks EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 383 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at J H Brooks EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at J H Brooks EL Sch is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does J H Brooks EL Sch rank in PA?
J H Brooks EL Sch ranks #431 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is J H Brooks EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
J H Brooks EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 J H Brooks EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, J H Brooks EL Sch has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is J H Brooks EL Sch a charter school?
No, J H Brooks EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is J H Brooks EL Sch a Title I school?
No, J H Brooks EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for J H Brooks EL Sch?
27.4% of students at J H Brooks 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 383
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 27.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Allegheny County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.8%
- Phone
- (412) 264-9440
Resources & Links
District
Moon Area SD- District Enrollment
- 4,113
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,890
- District Rank
- #5 of 8
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