Serving 431 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Clarks Summit Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clarks Summit Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Clarks Summit Elementary School's student population of 431 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
431 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
School Rankings
Clarks Summit Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clarks Summit Elementary School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#753 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
79%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Abington Heights School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clarks Summit Elementary School's ranking?
Clarks Summit Elementary School is ranked #753 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Clarks Summit Elementary School?
431 students attend Clarks Summit Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Clarks Summit Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clarks Summit Elementary School?
Clarks Summit Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Clarks Summit Elementary School offer ?
Clarks Summit Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clarks Summit Elementary School part of?
Clarks Summit Elementary School is part of Abington Heights School District.
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