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#1832 of 2,846 schools in PA
Minersville Area EL Ctr
Elementary School · Minersville Area SD
PO Box 787, Minersville, PA 17954
Enrollment
455
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
5.6
Grades
1st – 6th
Enrollment
455
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
5.6
Grades
1st – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,832 of 2,846
In Minersville
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
Minersville Area SD
Equity
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Minersville Area EL Ctr
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About Minersville Area EL Ctr
Minersville Area EL Ctr is a public elementary school in Minersville, PA, part of Minersville Area SD. Minersville Area EL Ctr serves approximately 455 students, and covers grades 1st-6th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Minersville Area EL Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,832 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Minersville Area EL Ctr show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.0
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Minersville Area EL Ctr — Students at Minersville Area EL Ctr score 41% proficient, which is above 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 PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 38 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 4.8/10.
How Minersville Area EL Ctr Compares
See how Minersville Area EL 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
PO Box 787, Minersville, PA 17954
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Minersville Area EL Ctr may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Blue Mountain El West Sch (rated 8.7/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Friedensburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is Saint Clair Area El/MS (rated 6.2/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Saint Clair), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST NICHOLAS SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Minersville, see our Minersville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Minersville Area JSHS Minersville | 0.1 mi | 3.9 |
| ST NICHOLAS SCHOOL Minersville | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Schuylkill Technology Centers-South Campus Mar Lin | 1.1 mi | — |
| Early Childhood Edu Ctr Minersville | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| ST JOSEPH CENTER FOR SPECIAL LEARNING Pottsville | 2.7 mi | — |
| Clarke El Ctr Pottsville | 2.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Pottsville Area HS Pottsville | 2.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Lengel MS Pottsville | 2.9 mi | 4.9 |
| PERCEPTION TRAINING CENTER Pottsville | 3.1 mi | — |
| THE PERCEPTION TRAINING CENTER, INC. Pottsville | 3.1 mi | — |
| Gillingham Charter School Pottsville | 3.5 mi | 6.6 |
| ASSUMPTION BVM SCHOOL Pottsville | 3.6 mi | 5.1 |
| NATIVITY BVM HIGH SCHOOL Pottsville | 3.9 mi | 5.5 |
| North Schuylkill El Sch Ashland | 5.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Saint Clair Area El/MS Saint Clair | 4.5 mi | 6.2 |
| North Schuylkill JSHS Ashland | 5.7 mi | 3.6 |
| Schuylkill Technology Centers-North Campus Frackville | 5.9 mi | — |
| Blue Mountain El West Sch Friedensburg | 6.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Schuylkill Haven MS Schuylkill Haven | 6.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Schuylkill Haven SHS Schuylkill Haven | 6.6 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17954 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,736
Median Home Value
$81,800
Median Rent
$737/mo
Population
4,564
College Educated
14.1%
Homeownership
49.5%
Poverty Rate
22.9%
Median Age
43.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Minersville Area EL Ctr
What grades does Minersville Area EL Ctr serve?
Minersville Area EL Ctr serves students in grades 1st through 6th.
How many students attend Minersville Area EL Ctr?
Minersville Area EL Ctr has an enrollment of approximately 455 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Minersville Area EL Ctr?
The student-teacher ratio at Minersville Area EL Ctr is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Minersville Area EL Ctr rank in PA?
Minersville Area EL Ctr ranks #1,832 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Minersville Area EL Ctr's MySchoolScout rating?
Minersville Area EL Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Minersville Area EL Ctr?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Minersville Area EL Ctr has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Minersville Area EL Ctr a charter school?
No, Minersville Area EL Ctr is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Minersville Area EL Ctr a Title I school?
No, Minersville Area EL Ctr is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Minersville Area EL Ctr?
100.0% of students at Minersville Area EL 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 1st – 6th
- Enrollment
- 455
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Schuylkill County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.7%
- Phone
- (570) 544-1400
Resources & Links
District
Minersville Area SD- District Enrollment
- 1,053
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,403
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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