Excellent
#256 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 9% in state
J.a. Allard EL Sch
Elementary School · Moon Area SD
170 Shafer Road, Moon Township, PA 15108
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#256 of 2,846
In Moon Township
#2 of 8
public schools
In district
#2 of 8
Moon Area SD
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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J.a. Allard EL Sch
Elementary School in Moon Township · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About J.a. Allard EL Sch
J.a. Allard EL Sch is a public elementary school in Moon Township, PA, part of Moon Area SD. J.a.
Allard EL Sch serves approximately 212 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. J.a. Allard EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #256 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for J.a. Allard EL Sch show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 8.4
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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J.a. Allard EL Sch — Students at J.a. Allard EL Sch score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 22 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: 9.2/10.
How J.a. Allard EL Sch Compares
See how J.a. Allard 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
170 Shafer Road, Moon Township, PA 15108
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering J.a. Allard EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Edgeworth El Sch (rated 9.4/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Sewickley), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Osborne El Sch (rated 9.3/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Sewickley), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, RHEMA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Coraopolis), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Moon Township, see our Moon Township schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Moon Area Upper MS Moon Township | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Moon Area Lower MS Moon Township | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Moon Area SHS Moon Township | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Richard J. Hyde El Sch Moon Township | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Bon Meade El Sch Moon Township | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL FOR CREATIVE LEARNING Moon Township | 1.6 mi | — |
| SEWICKLEY ACADEMY Sewickley | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Edgeworth El Sch Sewickley | 1.9 mi | 9.4 |
| Quaker Valley HS Leetsdale | 2.3 mi | 9.4 |
| ST JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sewickley | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| NOAH'S ARK PRESCHOOL/KINDERGARTEN Sewickley | 1.9 mi | — |
| Quaker Valley MS Sewickley | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| WATSON INSTITUTE Sewickley | 3.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Osborne El Sch Sewickley | 2.6 mi | 9.3 |
| J H Brooks El Sch Moon Township | 3.0 mi | 8.1 |
| RHEMA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Coraopolis | 3.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Cornell El Sch Coraopolis | 3.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Cornell HS Coraopolis | 3.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Ambridge Area HS Ambridge | 4.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Highland El Sch Ambridge | 4.3 mi | 2.6 |
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.a. Allard EL Sch
What grades does J.a. Allard EL Sch serve?
J.a. Allard EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend J.a. Allard EL Sch?
J.a. Allard EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 212 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at J.a. Allard EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at J.a. Allard EL Sch is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does J.a. Allard EL Sch rank in PA?
J.a. Allard EL Sch ranks #256 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is J.a. Allard EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
J.a. Allard EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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.a. Allard EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, J.a. Allard EL Sch has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
Is J.a. Allard EL Sch a charter school?
No, J.a. Allard EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is J.a. Allard EL Sch a Title I school?
No, J.a. Allard EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for J.a. Allard EL Sch?
34.4% of students at J.a. Allard 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
- 212
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Allegheny County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.3%
- Phone
- (412) 262-2500
Resources & Links
District
Moon Area SD- District Enrollment
- 4,113
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,890
- District Rank
- #2 of 8
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