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#70 of 2,846 schools in PA

Top 2% in state

Mccormick EL Sch

Elementary School · Moon Area SD

2801 Beaver Grade Rd, Moon Township, PA 15108

Enrollment

208

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

9.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#70 of 2,846

In Moon Township

#1 of 8

public schools

In district

#1 of 8

Moon Area SD

Academic performance

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Mccormick EL Sch

9.1/10

Elementary School in Moon Township · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Mccormick EL Sch

Mccormick EL Sch is a public elementary school in Moon Township, PA, part of Moon Area SD. Mccormick EL Sch serves approximately 208 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Mccormick EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #70 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for Mccormick EL Sch show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 9.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.4
  • PA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency86.7% (2024 PSSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency86.7% (2024 PSSA)
Math vs. State Avg+35.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+30.9 pts
Overall Proficiency87% (2024 PSSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2024 PSSA)
vs. Expected+17.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,890
Chronic Absenteeism5.3%

Mccormick EL Sch — Students at Mccormick EL Sch score 87% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

11.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 83.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
47.0% (2024 PSSA)
ELA Proficiency 89.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
53.5% (2024 PSSA)

Based on 34 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2018
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2019
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
92%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
92%
2022
Math
89.6%
ELA
95%
2024
Math
87.6%
ELA
87.3%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Mccormick EL Sch Compares

See how Mccormick EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.1/10
98th percentile in PA
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
12%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
5.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2801 Beaver Grade Rd, Moon Township, PA 15108

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mccormick EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Osborne El Sch (rated 9.3/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Sewickley), with a very similar rating. Another option is Montour El Sch (rated 9.0/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Mckees Rocks), with a very similar rating. Additionally, McKee El Sch (rated 8.7/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Oakdale), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Moon Township, see our Moon Township schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
J H Brooks El Sch Moon Township 1.5 mi 8.1
RHEMA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Coraopolis 1.5 mi 8.4
ROBINSON TOWNSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mc Kees Rocks 1.7 mi 7.0
OUR LADY OF THE SACRED HEART HIGH SCHOOL Coraopolis 1.9 mi 8.2
Cornell El Sch Coraopolis 2.1 mi 6.2
Cornell HS Coraopolis 2.1 mi 4.4
Parkway West Career and Technology Center Oakdale 2.5 mi
BRADLEY SCHOOL Pittsburgh 2.7 mi 8.6
Richard J. Hyde El Sch Moon Township 3.3 mi 8.3
Osborne El Sch Sewickley 3.6 mi 9.3
Montour El Sch Mckees Rocks 2.9 mi 9.0
Moon Area Upper MS Moon Township 3.3 mi 7.3
Moon Area Lower MS Moon Township 3.3 mi 8.4
Moon Area SHS Moon Township 3.2 mi 8.0
Montour HS Mc Kees Rocks 3.0 mi 7.6
Quaker Valley MS Sewickley 4.0 mi 7.9
ST JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sewickley 4.1 mi 7.6
NOAH'S ARK PRESCHOOL/KINDERGARTEN Sewickley 4.2 mi
McKee El Sch Oakdale 4.5 mi 8.7
J.A. Allard El Sch Moon Township 4.3 mi 8.5

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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Bucks County Montessori CS Fairless Hills, PA 9.0
Eisenhower El Sch Camp Hill, PA 9.2
Fannett-Metal El Sch Willow Hill, PA 9.0
Limerick El Sch Royersford, PA 9.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mccormick EL Sch

What grades does Mccormick EL Sch serve?

Mccormick EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Mccormick EL Sch?

Mccormick EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 208 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mccormick EL Sch?

The student-teacher ratio at Mccormick EL Sch is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mccormick EL Sch rank in PA?

Mccormick EL Sch ranks #70 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is Mccormick EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?

Mccormick EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 Mccormick EL Sch?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mccormick EL Sch has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Mccormick EL Sch a charter school?

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

Is Mccormick EL Sch a Title I school?

No, Mccormick EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mccormick EL Sch?

11.5% of students at Mccormick 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
1 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
208
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Free/Reduced Lunch
11.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Allegheny County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
5.3%

District

Moon Area SD
District Enrollment
4,113
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,890
District Rank
#1 of 8

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