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#1690 of 2,846 schools in PA
Tyrone Area EL Sch
Elementary School · Tyrone Area SD
601 Clay Avenue, Tyrone, PA 16686
Enrollment
668
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
668
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,690 of 2,846
In Tyrone
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Tyrone Area SD
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Tyrone Area EL Sch
Elementary School in Tyrone · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Tyrone Area HS
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About Tyrone Area EL Sch
Tyrone Area EL Sch is a public elementary school in Tyrone, PA, part of Tyrone Area SD. Tyrone Area EL Sch serves approximately 668 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Tyrone Area EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,690 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Tyrone Area EL Sch show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Tyrone Area EL Sch — Students at Tyrone Area EL Sch score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 4.7/10.
How Tyrone Area EL Sch Compares
See how Tyrone 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
601 Clay Avenue, Tyrone, PA 16686
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tyrone Area EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Osceola Mills El Sch (rated 8.8/10, 12.5 miles away, in nearby Osceola Mills), which scores notably higher. Another option is Irving El Sch (rated 6.8/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby Altoona), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lewis M Myers El Sch (rated 6.5/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Bellwood), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tyrone, see our Tyrone schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Tyrone Area HS Tyrone | 0.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Tyrone Area MS Tyrone | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| ST MATTHEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tyrone | 0.5 mi | — |
| SHADY POND SCHOOL Altoona | 5.4 mi | — |
| WHITE OAK SCHOOL Tyrone | 5.5 mi | — |
| LONE PINE SCHOOL Tyrone | 6.7 mi | — |
| TWIN MOUNTAIN AMISH SCHOOL Tyrone | 7.4 mi | — |
| Lewis M Myers El Sch Bellwood | 6.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Bellwood-Antis HS Bellwood | 6.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Bellwood Antis MS Bellwood | 6.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Osceola Mills El Sch Osceola Mills | 12.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Logan El Sch Altoona | 11.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Juniata El Sch Altoona | 11.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Juniata Valley El Sch Alexandria | 11.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Irving El Sch Altoona | 12.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Juniata Valley JSHS Alexandria | 11.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Juniata Gap El Sch Altoona | 12.5 mi | 5.6 |
| HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL-ALTOONA ELMNTRY CMPS Altoona | 12.9 mi | 5.6 |
| GREAT COMMISSION SCHOOLS Altoona | 13.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Penn-Lincoln El Sch Altoona | 13.4 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16686 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,641
Median Home Value
$166,500
Median Rent
$806/mo
Population
13,000
College Educated
20.5%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Median Age
41.5
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| Elk Lake El Sch Springville, PA | 5.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tyrone Area EL Sch
What grades does Tyrone Area EL Sch serve?
Tyrone Area EL Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Tyrone Area EL Sch?
Tyrone Area EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 668 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tyrone Area EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Tyrone Area EL Sch is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tyrone Area EL Sch rank in PA?
Tyrone Area EL Sch ranks #1,690 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Tyrone Area EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Tyrone Area EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Tyrone Area EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tyrone Area EL Sch has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Tyrone Area EL Sch a charter school?
No, Tyrone Area EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tyrone Area EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Tyrone Area EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tyrone Area EL Sch?
61.8% of students at Tyrone 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 668
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Blair County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.7%
- Phone
- (814) 684-1342
Resources & Links
District
Tyrone Area SD- District Enrollment
- 1,687
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,976
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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