Serving 426 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kerr Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kerr Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Kerr Elementary School's student population of 426 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
426 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kerr Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kerr Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#84 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
10%
14%
White
68%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kerr Elementary School's ranking?
Kerr Elementary School is ranked #84 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Kerr Elementary School often compared to?
Kerr Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ohara Elementary School, Fairview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Kerr Elementary School?
426 students attend Kerr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Kerr Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kerr Elementary School?
Kerr Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kerr Elementary School offer ?
Kerr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kerr Elementary School part of?
Kerr Elementary School is part of Fox Chapel Area School District.
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