Needs Improvement
#2825 of 2,846 schools in PA
Martin Sch
Elementary School · New Kensington-Arnold SD
1800 Seventh Street Rd, New Kensington, PA 15068
Enrollment
165
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
2.3
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
165
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
2.3
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,825 of 2,846
In New Kensington
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
New Kensington-Arnold SD
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Martin Sch
Elementary School in New Kensington · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Martin Sch
Martin Sch is a public elementary school in New Kensington, PA, part of New Kensington-Arnold SD. Martin Sch serves approximately 165 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Martin Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,825 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Martin Sch show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016).
- This school 2.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.2
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 165 students, Martin Sch is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
38% of students at Martin Sch were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Martin Sch — Students at Martin Sch score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA EDFACTS (2015-16)
Based on 12 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.0/10.
How Martin Sch Compares
See how Martin Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1800 Seventh Street Rd, New Kensington, PA 15068
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Martin Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pivik El Sch (rated 7.3/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Plum), which scores notably higher. Another option is Roy A. Hunt El Sch (rated 6.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Arnold), which scores notably higher. Additionally, O'Block El Sch (rated 6.7/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Pittsburgh), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Kensington, see our New Kensington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Westmoreland Career & Technology Center New Kensington | 0.7 mi | — |
| Valley JSHS New Kensington | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Roy A. Hunt El Sch Arnold | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| MARY QUEEN OF APOSTLES SCHOOL New Kensington | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Berkey Sch Arnold | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Stewart El Sch Lower Burrell | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Springdale JSHS Springdale | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Highlands El Sch Tarentum | 2.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Bon Air El Sch Lower Burrell | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Charles A Huston MS Lower Burrell | 2.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Highlands Early Childhood Center Brackenridge | 3.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Burrell HS Lower Burrell | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Highlands MS Natrona Heights | 3.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Highlands SHS Natrona Heights | 3.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Plum SHS Plum | 4.0 mi | 7.6 |
| ST JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL Natrona Heights | 4.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Pivik El Sch Plum | 4.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Acmetonia El Sch Cheswick | 4.0 mi | 6.2 |
| O'Block El Sch Pittsburgh | 5.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Holiday Park Intermediate Sch Pittsburgh | 6.4 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15068 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,997
Median Home Value
$166,000
Median Rent
$749/mo
Population
36,068
College Educated
26.5%
Homeownership
72.5%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
46.7
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| John Adams #4 Scranton, PA | 2.6 |
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| Third Avenue El Sch Kingston, PA | 2.7 |
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| Kearny Gen Philip Sch Philadelphia, PA | 3.3 |
| Lewis C Cassidy Academics Plus Sch Philadelphia, PA | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Martin Sch
What grades does Martin Sch serve?
Martin Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Martin Sch?
Martin Sch has an enrollment of approximately 165 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Martin Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Martin Sch is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Martin Sch rank in PA?
Martin Sch ranks #2,825 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Martin Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Martin Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.3 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 Martin Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Martin Sch has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016).
Is Martin Sch a charter school?
No, Martin Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Martin Sch a Title I school?
No, Martin Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Martin Sch?
100.0% of students at Martin 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
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 165
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westmoreland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.2%
- Phone
- (724) 335-4401
Resources & Links
District
New Kensington-Arnold SD- District Enrollment
- 1,947
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,297
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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