Very Good
#782 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 27% in state
Punxsutawney Area EL Sch
Elementary School · Punxsutawney Area SD
465 Beyer Ave, Punxutawney, PA 15767
Enrollment
1,068
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
1,068
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#782 of 2,846
In district
#1 of 2
Punxsutawney Area SD
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Punxsutawney Area EL Sch
Elementary School in Punxutawney · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Punxsutawney Area HS
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About Punxsutawney Area EL Sch
Punxsutawney Area EL Sch is a public elementary school in Punxutawney, PA, part of Punxsutawney Area SD. Punxsutawney Area EL Sch serves approximately 1,068 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Punxsutawney Area EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #782 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Punxsutawney Area EL Sch show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Punxsutawney Area EL Sch — Students at Punxsutawney Area EL Sch score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 20 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 Punxsutawney Area EL Sch Compares
See how Punxsutawney 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
465 Beyer Ave, Punxutawney, PA 15767
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Punxsutawney Area EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SS COSMAS & DAMIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 4.8/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Punxsutawney), a more accessible option. Additionally, KENTUCKY AVENUE AMISH SCHOOL (rated 2.7/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Punxsutawney), a more accessible option. For more schools in Punxutawney, see our Punxutawney schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Punxsutawney Area HS Punxsutawney | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| SS COSMAS & DAMIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Punxsutawney | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| HIGHLAND PARK SCHOOL Punxsutawney | 4.6 mi | 3.0 |
| BUCKS RUN AMISH SCHOOL Reynoldsville | 5.8 mi | — |
| TROUT RUN SCHOOL Punxsutawney | 5.0 mi | — |
| SAWMILL ROAD SCHOOL Punxsutawney | 6.0 mi | — |
| SUNSET VIEW AMISH SCHOOL Punxsutawney | 5.2 mi | — |
| LONE MAPLE AMISH SCHOOL Punxsutawney | 6.2 mi | 3.4 |
| PLEASANT VIEW SCHOOL Rossiter | 6.0 mi | — |
| MAPLE GROVE AMISH SCHOOL Punxsutawney | 5.9 mi | — |
| CANOE RIDGE AMISH SCHOOL Rossiter | 7.5 mi | — |
| SPRING RUN SCHOOL Rochester Mills | 7.3 mi | — |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW SCHOOL Punxsutawney | 6.8 mi | — |
| OAK GROVE PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Smicksburg | 7.7 mi | — |
| KENTUCKY AVENUE AMISH SCHOOL Punxsutawney | 7.3 mi | 2.7 |
| WEST CREEK SCHOOL Smicksburg | 8.9 mi | — |
| ROCK DUMP SCHOOL Reynoldsville | 8.4 mi | — |
| PUMPKIN RIDGE Smicksburg | 8.6 mi | — |
| BEAR LANE SCHOOL Punxsutawney | 8.2 mi | — |
| WILLOW DRIVE SCHOOL Punxsutawney | 8.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15767 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,907
Median Home Value
$125,700
Median Rent
$823/mo
Population
14,136
College Educated
18.5%
Homeownership
70.4%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
19.1%
Median Age
43
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Punxsutawney Area EL Sch
What grades does Punxsutawney Area EL Sch serve?
Punxsutawney Area EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Punxsutawney Area EL Sch?
Punxsutawney Area EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 1,068 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Punxsutawney Area EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Punxsutawney Area EL Sch is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Punxsutawney Area EL Sch rank in PA?
Punxsutawney Area EL Sch ranks #782 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Punxsutawney Area EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Punxsutawney Area EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Punxsutawney Area EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Punxsutawney Area EL Sch has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Punxsutawney Area EL Sch a charter school?
No, Punxsutawney Area EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Punxsutawney Area EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Punxsutawney Area EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Punxsutawney Area EL Sch?
65.8% of students at Punxsutawney 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
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 1,068
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 99
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.5%
- Phone
- (814) 938-5151
Resources & Links
District
Punxsutawney Area SD- District Enrollment
- 1,910
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,655
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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