Excellent
#455 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 16% in state
Northwest EL Sch
Elementary School · Butler Area SD
124 Staley Avenue, Butler, PA 16001
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#455 of 2,846
In Butler
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 9
Butler Area SD
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Northwest EL Sch
Elementary School in Butler · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Butler County Area Vocational Technical School
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Butler Area Shs
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About Northwest EL Sch
Northwest EL Sch is a public elementary school in Butler, PA, part of Butler Area SD. Northwest EL Sch serves approximately 425 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Northwest EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #455 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Northwest EL Sch show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.2
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Northwest EL Sch — Students at Northwest EL Sch score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.8%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 8.8/10.
How Northwest EL Sch Compares
See how Northwest 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
124 Staley Avenue, Butler, PA 16001
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northwest EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Moraine El Sch (rated 8.6/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Prospect), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Broad Street El Sch (rated 7.6/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Center Township El Sch (rated 7.3/10, 2.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Butler, see our Butler schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Butler County Area Vocational Technical School Butler | 1.1 mi | — |
| Butler Area SHS Butler | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Butler Area IHS Butler | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Broad Street El Sch Butler | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Center Township El Sch Butler | 2.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Emily Brittain El Sch Butler | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Butler | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| BUTLER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Butler | 2.7 mi | 5.7 |
| ADELPHOI EDUCATION AT BUTLER Butler | 2.8 mi | — |
| McQuistion El Sch Butler | 3.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Connoquenessing El Sch Renfrew | 4.9 mi | 7.3 |
| PENN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Butler | 6.3 mi | 6.5 |
| HIS KIDS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Butler | 6.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Moraine El Sch Prospect | 6.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Summit Township El Sch Butler | 6.0 mi | 7.1 |
| SUMMIT ACADEMY Herman | 6.9 mi | 9.0 |
| ST WENDELIN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Butler | 7.0 mi | 5.9 |
| HOLY SEPULCHER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Butler | 9.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Dassa McKinney El Sch West Sunbury | 9.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Knoch HS Saxonburg | 10.0 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,325
Median Home Value
$191,400
Median Rent
$864/mo
Population
39,733
College Educated
28.2%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Median Age
45.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northwest EL Sch
What grades does Northwest EL Sch serve?
Northwest EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Northwest EL Sch?
Northwest EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 425 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northwest EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Northwest EL Sch is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Northwest EL Sch rank in PA?
Northwest EL Sch ranks #455 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Northwest EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Northwest EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Northwest EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Northwest EL Sch has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Northwest EL Sch a charter school?
No, Northwest EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Northwest EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Northwest EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Northwest EL Sch?
98.8% of students at Northwest 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 425
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Butler County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.7%
- Phone
- (724) 287-8721
Resources & Links
District
Butler Area SD- District Enrollment
- 5,941
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,524
- District Rank
- #1 of 9
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