Below Average
#2264 of 2,846 schools in PA
Mowrie a Ebner EL Sch
Elementary School · Altoona Area SD
308 Hillside Avenue, Altoona, PA 16601
Enrollment
386
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
386
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,264 of 2,846
In Altoona
#9 of 11
public schools
In district
#8 of 10
Altoona Area SD
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Mowrie a Ebner EL Sch
Elementary School in Altoona · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mowrie a Ebner EL Sch
Mowrie a Ebner EL Sch is a public elementary school in Altoona, PA, part of Altoona Area SD. Mowrie a Ebner EL Sch serves approximately 386 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mowrie a Ebner EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,264 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Mowrie a Ebner EL Sch show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Mowrie a Ebner EL Sch — Students at Mowrie a Ebner EL Sch score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 3.1/10.
How Mowrie a Ebner EL Sch Compares
See how Mowrie a Ebner EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
308 Hillside Avenue, Altoona, PA 16601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mowrie a Ebner EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Baker El Sch (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Charles W Longer El Sch (rated 6.9/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Hollidaysburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Irving El Sch (rated 6.8/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Altoona, see our Altoona schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOLY TRINITY MIDDLE SCHOOL CAMPUS Altoona | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Baker El Sch Altoona | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation CS Altoona | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Pleasant Valley El Sch Altoona | 2.0 mi | 3.6 |
| HARBOR HOUSE CENTER EARLY ACADEMICS Altoona | 1.9 mi | — |
| BISHOP GUILFOYLE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Altoona | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| SOARING HEIGHTS SCHOOL - MIFFLINTOWN Altoona | 2.5 mi | — |
| TENDER LOVE FOR CHILDREN CHILD CARE Altoona | 2.8 mi | — |
| SOARING HEIGHTS SCHOOL Altoona | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center Altoona | 2.7 mi | — |
| Altoona Area Jr HS Altoona | 2.8 mi | 4.6 |
| MERAKEY EDUCATION CENTER Altoona | 2.7 mi | — |
| Altoona Area HS Altoona | 2.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Penn-Lincoln El Sch Altoona | 3.0 mi | 6.1 |
| GREAT COMMISSION SCHOOLS Altoona | 3.0 mi | 7.0 |
| HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL-ALTOONA ELMNTRY CMPS Altoona | 3.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Hollidaysburg Area SHS Hollidaysburg | 3.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Irving El Sch Altoona | 3.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Charles W Longer El Sch Hollidaysburg | 3.8 mi | 6.9 |
| PENN-MONT ACADEMY Hollidaysburg | 4.2 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,504
Median Home Value
$138,900
Median Rent
$790/mo
Population
33,426
College Educated
23.8%
Homeownership
69.3%
Avg Commute
20.2 min
Poverty Rate
15.7%
Median Age
40.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mowrie a Ebner EL Sch
What grades does Mowrie a Ebner EL Sch serve?
Mowrie a Ebner EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Mowrie a Ebner EL Sch?
Mowrie a Ebner EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 386 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mowrie a Ebner EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Mowrie a Ebner EL Sch is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mowrie a Ebner EL Sch rank in PA?
Mowrie a Ebner EL Sch ranks #2,264 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Mowrie a Ebner EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Mowrie a Ebner EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Mowrie a Ebner EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mowrie a Ebner EL Sch has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mowrie a Ebner EL Sch a charter school?
No, Mowrie a Ebner EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mowrie a Ebner EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Mowrie a Ebner EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mowrie a Ebner EL Sch?
99.2% of students at Mowrie a Ebner 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 386
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Blair County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.2%
- Phone
- (814) 946-8400
Resources & Links
District
Altoona Area SD- District Enrollment
- 7,019
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,958
- District Rank
- #8 of 10
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