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South St Marys Street EL Sch

Elementary School · Saint Marys Area SD

370 S Saint Marys St, Saint Marys, PA 15857

Enrollment

567

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#1,639 of 2,846

In Saint Marys

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Saint Marys Area SD

Equity

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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South St Marys Street EL Sch

6.0/10

Elementary School in Saint Marys · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

St Marys Catholic Middle School

6.1/10

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6.6/10

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About South St Marys Street EL Sch

South St Marys Street EL Sch is a public elementary school in Saint Marys, PA, part of Saint Marys Area SD. South St Marys Street EL Sch serves approximately 567 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. South St Marys Street EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,639 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for South St Marys Street EL Sch show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • PA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50.4% (2024 PSSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59.1% (2024 PSSA)
Math vs. State Avg-1.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.3 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2024 PSSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2024 PSSA)
vs. Expected+21.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,770
Chronic Absenteeism12.2%

South St Marys Street EL Sch — Students at South St Marys Street EL Sch score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 62.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
46.0% (2024 PSSA)
ELA Proficiency 63.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
53.3% (2024 PSSA)

Based on 36 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
90%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
70%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
91%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
88%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
61%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
59%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
59%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
48%
ELA
58%
2021*
Math
48%
ELA
58%
2022
Math
49%
ELA
46.1%
2024
Math
50.6%
ELA
59.1%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How South St Marys Street EL Sch Compares

See how South St Marys Street EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
42th percentile in PA
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
5.1/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.2%

Location

370 S Saint Marys St, Saint Marys, PA 15857

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering South St Marys Street EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brockway Area Elementary Sch (rated 8.6/10, 17.5 miles away, in nearby Brockway), which scores notably higher. Another option is Woodland El Sch (rated 8.3/10, 17.4 miles away, in nearby Emporium), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Francis S Grandinetti El Sch (rated 8.2/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Ridgway), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Saint Marys, see our Saint Marys schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 22.7 mi
School Distance Rating
ST MARYS CATHOLIC MIDDLE SCHOOL Saint Marys 0.6 mi 6.1
ELK COUNTY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Saint Marys 0.6 mi 6.6
ST MARYS CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saint Marys 0.7 mi 5.4
St Marys Area SHS Saint Marys 1.6 mi 6.5
St Marys Area MS Saint Marys 1.7 mi 4.4
Fox Twp El Sch Kersey 4.8 mi 6.4
Johnsonburg Area HS Johnsonburg 8.5 mi 8.5
Francis S Grandinetti El Sch Ridgway 7.6 mi 8.2
Johnsonburg Area El Sch Johnsonburg 8.8 mi 7.6
Ridgway Area HS Ridgway 8.2 mi 7.1
Ridgway Area MS Ridgway 8.2 mi 6.8
Brockway Area JSHS Brockway 17.4 mi 7.8
Brockway Area Elementary Sch Brockway 17.5 mi 8.6
Woodland El Sch Emporium 17.4 mi 8.3
Cameron County JSHS Emporium 17.4 mi 8.6
HILLSIDE SCHOOL Brockway 18.6 mi
Kane Area HS Kane 20.1 mi 7.6
Kane Area MS Kane 20.6 mi 6.4
Kane Area El Sch Kane 20.6 mi 7.6
DuBois Area SHS Dubois 22.7 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 15857 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,894

Median Home Value

$144,600

Median Rent

$756/mo

Population

12,825

College Educated

20.6%

Homeownership

76%

Avg Commute

13.3 min

Poverty Rate

8.3%

Median Age

49.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about South St Marys Street EL Sch

What grades does South St Marys Street EL Sch serve?

South St Marys Street EL Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend South St Marys Street EL Sch?

South St Marys Street EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 567 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at South St Marys Street EL Sch?

The student-teacher ratio at South St Marys Street EL Sch is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does South St Marys Street EL Sch rank in PA?

South St Marys Street EL Sch ranks #1,639 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is South St Marys Street EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?

South St Marys Street EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 South St Marys Street EL Sch?

Based on loaded state assessment records, South St Marys Street EL Sch has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is South St Marys Street EL Sch a charter school?

No, South St Marys Street EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is South St Marys Street EL Sch a Title I school?

No, South St Marys Street EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South St Marys Street EL Sch?

100.0% of students at South St Marys Street 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
68 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
567
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Elk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.2%

District

Saint Marys Area SD
District Enrollment
1,838
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,770
District Rank
#3 of 4

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