Needs Improvement
#2549 of 2,846 schools in PA
Based on limited data
Mars Area Primary Ctr
Elementary School · Mars Area SD
547 Route 228, Mars, PA 16046
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on PA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
496
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Enrollment
496
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,549 of 2,846
In Mars
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Mars Area SD
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Mars Area Primary Ctr
Elementary School in Mars · grades Kindergarten – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Mars Area EL Sch
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About Mars Area Primary Ctr
Mars Area Primary Ctr is a public elementary school in Mars, PA, part of Mars Area SD. Mars Area Primary Ctr serves approximately 496 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-1st, and has a 21.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mars Area Primary Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,549 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Mars Area Primary Ctr runs 21.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
Partial Profile · 2/3 metricsRequires 2+ years of test data
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
11.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Mars Area Primary Ctr Compares
See how Mars Area Primary Ctr 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
547 Route 228, Mars, PA 16046
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mars Area Primary Ctr may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Richland El Sch (rated 8.8/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Gibsonia), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wexford El Sch (rated 8.5/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Wexford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hance El Sch (rated 8.0/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Gibsonia), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mars, see our Mars schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mars Area El Sch Mars | 0.1 mi | 7.5 |
| LONGMORE ACADEMY Mars | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Mars Area SHS Mars | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Mars Area MS Mars | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Mars Area Centennial Sch Mars | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Eden Hall Upper El Sch Gibsonia | 2.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Pine-Richland HS Gibsonia | 3.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Richland El Sch Gibsonia | 3.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Pine-Richland MS Gibsonia | 3.1 mi | 7.3 |
| EURO ACADEMY Wexford | 3.3 mi | — |
| STEM STEPS Gibsonia | 4.5 mi | — |
| HOLY SEPULCHER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Butler | 4.0 mi | 6.6 |
| KINDER CARE LEARNING CENTER Seven Fields | 3.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Hance El Sch Gibsonia | 5.0 mi | 8.0 |
| NORTH CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Cranberry Township | 4.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Wexford El Sch Wexford | 6.0 mi | 8.5 |
| HOPE ACADEMY Wexford | 5.7 mi | 6.4 |
| NORTH PITTSBURGH CHILDRENS HOUSE Gibsonia | 6.4 mi | — |
| PENN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Butler | 6.3 mi | 6.5 |
| EDEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wexford | 5.8 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16046 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$143,987
Median Home Value
$481,400
Median Rent
$1,713/mo
Population
19,577
College Educated
67.5%
Homeownership
83.2%
Avg Commute
30.7 min
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Grover Cleveland El Sch Erie, PA | 3.9 |
| Hazle Township Early Learning Center Hazle Township, PA | 3.9 |
| Kelly John B Sch Philadelphia, PA | 3.9 |
| Mt Penn Primary Ctr Reading, PA | 3.9 |
| Northwest El Sch Lebanon, PA | 3.9 |
| Richmond Sch Philadelphia, PA | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mars Area Primary Ctr
What grades does Mars Area Primary Ctr serve?
Mars Area Primary Ctr serves students in grades Kindergarten through 1st.
How many students attend Mars Area Primary Ctr?
Mars Area Primary Ctr has an enrollment of approximately 496 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mars Area Primary Ctr?
The student-teacher ratio at Mars Area Primary Ctr is 21.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mars Area Primary Ctr rank in PA?
Mars Area Primary Ctr ranks #2,549 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Mars Area Primary Ctr's MySchoolScout rating?
Mars Area Primary Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mars Area Primary Ctr a charter school?
No, Mars Area Primary Ctr is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mars Area Primary Ctr a Title I school?
No, Mars Area Primary Ctr is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mars Area Primary Ctr?
11.7% of students at Mars Area Primary Ctr 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 – 1st
- Enrollment
- 496
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 11.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Butler County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.9%
- Phone
- (724) 625-1588
Resources & Links
District
Mars Area SD- District Enrollment
- 3,607
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,784
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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