Very Good
#939 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 33% in state
Muse EL Sch
Elementary School · Canon-mcmillan Sd · Muse, PA
A Canon-mcmillan Sd elementary school where students score 9 points above what's typical for similar communities.
40 Muse School St PO Box 430, Muse, PA 15350
- Math 69% vs PA 47% (2024)
- Reading 72% vs PA 54% (2024)
- 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
Full Profile · 3/3 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Students at Muse EL Sch score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
2024 PSSA proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. PA average.
Trend
↑ RecoveringProficiency declined earlier in the 8-year record (2017–2024), then recovered 7 points since 2020, reaching 70% in 2024.
Show all 7 years
Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 67% (multi-year average, 2017-2024) · reading/ELA 76% (multi-year average, 2017-2024)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 18 test records from PA state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
31.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateThe neighborhood
Where Muse EL Sch sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries. Open the Pittsburgh map →
Getting around & local context
- Walk 18Car-Dependent
- Bike 4Somewhat Bikeable
- County Safety: Low0/100K
Powered by
FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · county context, not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. A newer release may be available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$55,580
Median home value
$72,000
Median rent
$655/mo
College educated
3.1%
Homeownership
44.7%
Poverty rate
21.5%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 15350; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Central ELEnrollment path unverified | 6.3 | K–4 | 2.6 mi | 438 | Compare → |
| Borland Manor EL SchEnrollment path unverified | 7.8 | K–4 | 2.8 mi | 264 | Compare → |
| Hills-hendersonville EL SchEnrollment path unverified | 7.7 | K–4 | 3.7 mi | 253 | Compare → |
| Kinder Care Learning CenterPrivate · tuition | Not rated | K | 4.2 mi | 10 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
Canon-mcmillan Sd
- Schools in district
- 9
- Rank in district
- #5 of 9
- District spending per student
- $14,528NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 7.0%Census SAIPE · 2024
Muse EL Sch is listed in Canon-McMillan SD; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Muse EL Sch
Muse EL Sch is a public elementary school in Muse, PA, part of Canon-mcmillan Sd, serving approximately 760 students in grades Kindergarten-4th with a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #939 of 2,846 schools in PA. State assessment records show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Muse EL Sch
What grades does Muse EL Sch serve?
Muse EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Muse EL Sch?
Muse EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 760 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Muse EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Muse EL Sch is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Muse EL Sch rank in PA?
Muse EL Sch ranks #939 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Muse EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Muse EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Muse EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Muse EL Sch has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
Is Muse EL Sch a charter school?
No, Muse EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Muse EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Muse EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Muse EL Sch?
31.6% of students at Muse 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.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 760
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Washington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.4%
- Phone
- (724) 745-9014
- Area population (ZIP 15350)
- 508
- Area median age
- 49.4
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 PSSA · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 PSSA. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 PSSA · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 PSSA. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 15350; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2017-2024; directory SY 2023–24
Related reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.