Excellent
#314 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 11% in state
Portage Area EL Sch
Elementary School · Portage Area SD
84 Mountain Ave, Portage, PA 15946
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#314 of 2,846
In Portage
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Portage Area SD
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Portage Area EL Sch
Elementary School in Portage · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Portage Area EL Sch
Portage Area EL Sch is a public elementary school in Portage, PA, part of Portage Area SD. Portage Area EL Sch serves approximately 413 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Portage Area EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #314 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Portage Area EL Sch show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Portage Area 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
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Portage Area EL Sch — Students at Portage Area EL Sch score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 38 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: 8.3/10.
How Portage Area EL Sch Compares
See how Portage Area 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
84 Mountain Ave, Portage, PA 15946
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Portage Area EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cambria El Sch (rated 7.3/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Ebensburg), a more accessible option. Another option is Jackson El Sch (rated 7.2/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Johnstown), a more accessible option. Additionally, Forest Hills El Sch (rated 6.9/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Sidman), a more accessible option. For more schools in Portage, see our Portage schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Portage Area JSHS Portage | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Penn Cambria Intrmd Sch Lilly | 3.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Penn Cambria Primary Sch Lilly | 3.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Forest Hills JSHS Sidman | 6.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Forest Hills El Sch Sidman | 6.1 mi | 6.9 |
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cresson | 6.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Penn Cambria HS Cresson | 7.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Penn Cambria Pre-Primary Cresson | 7.1 mi | 5.4 |
| HOLY NAME ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ebensburg | 7.9 mi | 5.7 |
| ST MICHAEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Loretto | 8.4 mi | 6.6 |
| BISHOP CARROLL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Ebensburg | 8.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Admiral Peary Area Vocational-Technical School Ebensburg | 8.3 mi | — |
| Cambria El Sch Ebensburg | 8.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Central Cambria HS Ebensburg | 8.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Central Cambria MS Ebensburg | 8.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Penn Cambria MS Gallitzin | 8.7 mi | 4.3 |
| EMMANUEL BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Claysburg | 9.5 mi | — |
| CAMBRIA COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Johnstown | 10.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Jackson El Sch Johnstown | 10.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Blacklick Valley JSHS Nanty Glo | 11.2 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15946 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,602
Median Home Value
$116,100
Median Rent
$635/mo
Population
6,630
College Educated
21.4%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
25.7 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
49.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Portage Area EL Sch
What grades does Portage Area EL Sch serve?
Portage Area EL Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Portage Area EL Sch?
Portage Area EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 413 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Portage Area EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Portage Area EL Sch is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Portage Area EL Sch rank in PA?
Portage Area EL Sch ranks #314 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Portage Area EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Portage Area EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Portage Area EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Portage Area EL Sch has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Portage Area EL Sch a charter school?
No, Portage Area EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Portage Area EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Portage Area EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Portage Area EL Sch?
100.0% of students at Portage Area 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
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 413
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Cambria County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.9%
- Phone
- (814) 736-9636
Resources & Links
District
Portage Area SD- District Enrollment
- 774
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,281
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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