Below Average
#2325 of 2,846 schools in PA
Twin Rivers EL Sch
Elementary School · McKeesport Area SD
1600 Cornell St, Mckeesport, PA 15132
Enrollment
672
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
672
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,325 of 2,846
In Mckeesport
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
McKeesport Area SD
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Twin Rivers EL Sch
Elementary School in Mckeesport · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Twin Rivers EL Sch
Twin Rivers EL Sch is a public elementary school in Mckeesport, PA, part of McKeesport Area SD. Twin Rivers EL Sch serves approximately 672 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Twin Rivers EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,325 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Twin Rivers EL Sch show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Twin Rivers EL Sch sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
57% of students at Twin Rivers EL Sch were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Twin Rivers EL Sch — Students at Twin Rivers EL Sch score 13% proficient, which is below 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 20 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.4/10.
How Twin Rivers EL Sch Compares
See how Twin Rivers 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
1600 Cornell St, Mckeesport, PA 15132
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Twin Rivers EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Homeville El Sch (rated 8.7/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby West Mifflin), which scores notably higher. Another option is Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny CS (rated 8.0/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Pittsburgh), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MARY OF NAZARETH CATHOLIC S (rated 7.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby White Oak), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mckeesport, see our Mckeesport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Propel CS-McKeesport Pittsburgh | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| South Allegheny MS Mckeesport | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| South Allegheny HS Mckeesport | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| South Allegheny El Sch Port Vue | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Founders Hall Middle Sch Mckeesport | 1.3 mi | 2.3 |
| McKeesport Area SHS Mckeesport | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Duquesne El Sch Duquesne | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| West Mifflin Area MS West Mifflin | 2.5 mi | 4.1 |
| West Mifflin Area HS West Mifflin | 2.7 mi | 6.2 |
| SERRA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Mckeesport | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny CS Pittsburgh | 2.6 mi | 8.0 |
| MARY OF NAZARETH CATHOLIC S White Oak | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Homeville El Sch West Mifflin | 3.1 mi | 8.7 |
| Francis McClure El Sch Mckeesport | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Clairton El Sch Clairton | 3.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Clairton MS/HS Clairton | 3.8 mi | 3.4 |
| Steel Valley SHS Munhall | 3.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Steel Valley MS Munhall | 3.7 mi | 4.4 |
| ST THERESE SCHOOL-MUNHALL Homestead | 3.7 mi | 5.6 |
| ST THERESE SCHOOL Munhall | 3.7 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15132 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$32,170
Median Home Value
$71,300
Median Rent
$791/mo
Population
19,083
College Educated
12.1%
Homeownership
48.9%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
32%
Median Age
40.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Twin Rivers EL Sch
What grades does Twin Rivers EL Sch serve?
Twin Rivers EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Twin Rivers EL Sch?
Twin Rivers EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 672 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Twin Rivers EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Twin Rivers EL Sch is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Twin Rivers EL Sch rank in PA?
Twin Rivers EL Sch ranks #2,325 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Twin Rivers EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Twin Rivers EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Twin Rivers EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Twin Rivers EL Sch has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
Is Twin Rivers EL Sch a charter school?
No, Twin Rivers EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Twin Rivers EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Twin Rivers EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Twin Rivers EL Sch?
100.0% of students at Twin Rivers 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
- 672
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 59
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Allegheny County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.1%
- Phone
- (412) 664-3750
Resources & Links
District
McKeesport Area SD- District Enrollment
- 3,059
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,863
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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