Serving 229 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Clara Barton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 229 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clara Barton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Clara Barton Elementary School's student population of 229 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
229 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar
Average Class Size
22 students
School Rankings
Clara Barton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clara Barton Elementary School is 0.60, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1137 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
9%
16%
Black
12%
14%
White
60%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clara Barton Elementary School's ranking?
Clara Barton Elementary School is ranked #1137 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Clara Barton Elementary School often compared to?
Clara Barton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fred L Aiken Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Clara Barton Elementary School?
229 students attend Clara Barton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Clara Barton Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clara Barton Elementary School?
Clara Barton Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Clara Barton Elementary School offer ?
Clara Barton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clara Barton Elementary School part of?
Clara Barton Elementary School is part of West Mifflin Area School District.
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