Needs Improvement
#2672 of 2,846 schools in PA
Mount Carmel Area EL Sch
Elementary School · Mount Carmel Area SD
630 W 5th St, Mount Carmel, PA 17851
Enrollment
817
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
817
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,672 of 2,846
In Mount Carmel
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
Mount Carmel Area SD
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Mount Carmel Area EL Sch
Elementary School in Mount Carmel · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Mount Carmel Area HS
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About Mount Carmel Area EL Sch
Mount Carmel Area EL Sch is a public elementary school in Mount Carmel, PA, part of Mount Carmel Area SD. Mount Carmel Area EL Sch serves approximately 817 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Carmel Area EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,672 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Mount Carmel Area EL Sch show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Mount Carmel Area EL Sch — Students at Mount Carmel Area EL Sch score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100.1%
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: 2.3/10.
How Mount Carmel Area EL Sch Compares
See how Mount Carmel Area 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
630 W 5th St, Mount Carmel, PA 17851
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Carmel Area EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hartman El Ctr (rated 8.2/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Catawissa), which scores notably higher. Another option is MEADOWVIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Paxinos), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Minersville Area El Ctr (rated 5.6/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Minersville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mount Carmel, see our Mount Carmel schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Carmel Area HS Mount Carmel | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Mount Carmel Area JHS Mount Carmel | 0.2 mi | 3.5 |
| North Schuylkill JSHS Ashland | 7.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Hartman El Ctr Catawissa | 8.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Southern Columbia MS Catawissa | 8.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Southern Columbia HS Catawissa | 8.7 mi | 7.2 |
| North Schuylkill El Sch Ashland | 7.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Northumberland County Career and Technology Center Coal Township | 8.1 mi | — |
| Shamokin Area MS Shamokin | 8.3 mi | 3.3 |
| Shamokin Area HS Shamokin | 8.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Shamokin Area El Sch Coal Township | 8.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Shamokin Area Intermediate Sch Coal Township | 8.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Tri-Valley JSHS Hegins | 11.1 mi | 4.8 |
| MEADOWVIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Paxinos | 9.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Minersville Area JSHS Minersville | 10.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Minersville Area El Ctr Minersville | 10.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Early Childhood Edu Ctr Minersville | 11.2 mi | 4.5 |
| ST NICHOLAS SCHOOL Minersville | 11.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Schuylkill Technology Centers-North Campus Frackville | 10.3 mi | — |
| Bloomsburg Area HS Bloomsburg | 13.8 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17851 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,808
Median Home Value
$73,200
Median Rent
$802/mo
Population
7,174
College Educated
17.1%
Homeownership
76.4%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.9%
Median Age
44.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Baden Academy CS Baden, PA | 3.4 |
| Clear Run El Ctr Tobyhanna, PA | 3.4 |
| Fitzpatrick Aloysius L Sch Philadelphia, PA | 3.4 |
| Munoz-Marin Luis Philadelphia, PA | 3.4 |
| Sixteenth & Haak El Sch Reading, PA | 3.4 |
| Dana El Ctr Forty Fort, PA | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount Carmel Area EL Sch
What grades does Mount Carmel Area EL Sch serve?
Mount Carmel Area EL Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Mount Carmel Area EL Sch?
Mount Carmel Area EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 817 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Carmel Area EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Carmel Area EL Sch is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mount Carmel Area EL Sch rank in PA?
Mount Carmel Area EL Sch ranks #2,672 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Mount Carmel Area EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Mount Carmel Area EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Mount Carmel Area EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Carmel Area EL Sch has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mount Carmel Area EL Sch a charter school?
No, Mount Carmel Area EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mount Carmel Area EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Mount Carmel Area EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Carmel Area EL Sch?
100.1% of students at Mount Carmel Area 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 817
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 61
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Northumberland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.9%
- Phone
- (570) 339-1500
Resources & Links
District
Mount Carmel Area SD- District Enrollment
- 1,575
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,267
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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