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Below Average

#2218 of 2,846 schools in PA

Port Allegany EL Sch

Elementary School · Port Allegany SD

85 Clyde Lynch Dr, Port Allegany, PA 16743

Enrollment

506

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

4.8

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#2,218 of 2,846

In Port Allegany

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

Port Allegany SD

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Port Allegany EL Sch

4.8/10

Elementary School in Port Allegany · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Port Allegany Jshs

4.3/10

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3.3/10

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About Port Allegany EL Sch

Port Allegany EL Sch is a public elementary school in Port Allegany, PA, part of Port Allegany SD. Port Allegany EL Sch serves approximately 506 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Port Allegany EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,218 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for Port Allegany EL Sch show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.6 pts below PA schools
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • PA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Port Allegany EL Sch sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.9Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.59 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.4Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26.2% (2024 PSSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42.5% (2024 PSSA)
Math vs. State Avg-25.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-13.3 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2024 PSSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)74% (model expectation from 2024 PSSA)
vs. Expected-39.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,910
Chronic Absenteeism22.1%

Port Allegany EL Sch — Students at Port Allegany EL Sch score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 74%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 40.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
44.3% (2024 PSSA)
ELA Proficiency 52.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
53.3% (2024 PSSA)

Based on 38 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
74%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
59%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
66%
2013
Math
65%
ELA
60%
2014
Math
40%
ELA
58%
2015
Math
41%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
59%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
33%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
33%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
41%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
41%
2022
Math
23.9%
ELA
49.9%
2024
Math
25.9%
ELA
42.5%

* 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: 4.9/10.

How Port Allegany EL Sch Compares

See how Port Allegany EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.8/10
22th percentile in PA
Academic
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
6.4/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

85 Clyde Lynch Dr, Port Allegany, PA 16743

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Port Allegany EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oswayo Valley El Sch (rated 8.6/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Shinglehouse), which scores notably higher. Another option is Austin Area El Sch (rated 8.4/10, 15.9 miles away, in nearby Austin), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Woodland El Sch (rated 8.3/10, 20.8 miles away, in nearby Emporium), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Port Allegany, see our Port Allegany schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 20.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Port Allegany JSHS Port Allegany 0.2 mi 4.3
VALLEY VIEW AMISH SCHOOL Port Allegany 4.1 mi 3.3
PINE GROVE AMISH SCHOOL Port Allegany 4.3 mi
Oswayo Valley El Sch Shinglehouse 10.7 mi 8.6
Smethport Area JSHS Smethport 9.1 mi 6.3
Smethport Area El Sch Smethport 9.1 mi 7.6
Otto-Eldred El Sch Eldred 11.4 mi 7.5
PORTVILLE JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Portville 15.4 mi 7.7
PARKER-JORDAN ACADEMY Little Gennessee 15.4 mi
PORTVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Portville 15.5 mi 7.4
Otto-Eldred JSHS Duke Center 13.6 mi 7.0
Coudersport Area El Sch Coudersport 12.9 mi 7.5
HEBRON CENTER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Coudersport 13.5 mi
Austin Area El Sch Austin 15.9 mi 8.4
Austin Area JSHS Austin 15.9 mi 9.0
Coudersport Area JSHS Coudersport 13.5 mi 7.5
BOLIVAR-RICHBURG PRE-K PROGRAM Bolivar 18.0 mi
BOLIVAR-RICHBURG JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Bolivar 18.2 mi 7.0
BOLIVAR-RICHBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Richburg 19.8 mi 6.0
Woodland El Sch Emporium 20.8 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 16743 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,846

Median Home Value

$116,100

Median Rent

$756/mo

Population

3,960

College Educated

22.9%

Homeownership

74.1%

Avg Commute

25.6 min

Poverty Rate

21.5%

Median Age

38.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Port Allegany EL Sch

What grades does Port Allegany EL Sch serve?

Port Allegany EL Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Port Allegany EL Sch?

Port Allegany EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 506 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Port Allegany EL Sch?

The student-teacher ratio at Port Allegany EL Sch 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 Port Allegany EL Sch rank in PA?

Port Allegany EL Sch ranks #2,218 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is Port Allegany EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?

Port Allegany EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Port Allegany EL Sch?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Port Allegany EL Sch has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Port Allegany EL Sch a charter school?

No, Port Allegany EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Port Allegany EL Sch a Title I school?

No, Port Allegany EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
506
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
McKean County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.1%

District

Port Allegany SD
District Enrollment
892
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,910
District Rank
#1 of 2

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