Very Good
#1004 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 35% in state
Based on limited data
North Side Primary School
Elementary School · Ellwood City Area SD
Orchard & North Streets, Ellwood City, PA 16117
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on PA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,004 of 2,846
In Ellwood City
#3 of 7
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Ellwood City Area SD
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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North Side Primary School
Elementary School in Ellwood City · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Hartman Intrmd Sch
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About North Side Primary School
North Side Primary School is a public elementary school in Ellwood City, PA, part of Ellwood City Area SD. North Side Primary School serves approximately 355 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. North Side Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,004 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.6
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How North Side Primary School Compares
See how North Side Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
Orchard & North Streets, Ellwood City, PA 16117
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Side Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Riverside El Sch (rated 8.2/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Blackhawk Intermediate Sch (rated 8.2/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Beaver Falls), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Shenango El Sch (rated 7.1/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby New Castle), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Ellwood City, see our Ellwood City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hartman Intrmd Sch Ellwood City | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Lincoln JSHS Ellwood City | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Perry Lower Intrmd Sch Ellwood City | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Riverside MS Ellwood City | 2.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Riverside HS Ellwood City | 3.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Riverside El Sch Ellwood City | 3.0 mi | 8.2 |
| BEAVER CO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL -UPPER Beaver Falls | 6.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Shenango HS New Castle | 6.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Big Beaver El Sch Darlington | 6.0 mi | 5.1 |
| BEAVER COUNTY CHRISTIAN Beaver Falls | 6.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Shenango El Sch New Castle | 7.1 mi | 7.1 |
| FAITH COUNTRY CHAPEL PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN New Castle | 7.6 mi | — |
| THE SCHOOL AT MCGUIRE MEMORIAL New Brighton | 7.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Beaver Falls Area SHS Beaver Falls | 7.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Lawrence County Career and Technical Center New Castle | 7.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Beaver Falls MS Beaver Falls | 7.9 mi | 3.1 |
| Central El Sch Beaver Falls | 8.0 mi | 3.0 |
| ST MONICA CATHOLIC ACADEMY Beaver Falls | 8.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Patterson Primary Sch Beaver Falls | 8.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Blackhawk Intermediate Sch Beaver Falls | 8.2 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,982
Median Home Value
$143,000
Median Rent
$856/mo
Population
16,013
College Educated
24.5%
Homeownership
77.7%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Median Age
48.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Baker El Sch Altoona, PA | 7.1 |
| Barkley El Sch Phoenixville, PA | 7.1 |
| Bellefonte El Sch Bellefonte, PA | 7.1 |
| Biglerville El Sch Biglerville, PA | 7.1 |
| Conewago El Sch Elizabethtown, PA | 7.1 |
| DIVINE MERCY CATHOLIC ACADEMY Johnstown, PA | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Side Primary School
What grades does North Side Primary School serve?
North Side Primary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend North Side Primary School?
North Side Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 355 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Side Primary School?
The student-teacher ratio at North Side Primary School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Side Primary School rank in PA?
North Side Primary School ranks #1,004 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is North Side Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?
North Side Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is North Side Primary School a charter school?
No, North Side Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Side Primary School a Title I school?
No, North Side Primary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Side Primary School?
53.5% of students at North Side Primary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 355
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Lawrence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.3%
- Phone
- (724) 752-1381
Resources & Links
District
Ellwood City Area SD- District Enrollment
- 1,527
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,925
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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