Serving 546 students in grades 1-8, Prospect Park School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Prospect Park School's student population of 546 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
546 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence and BUC Pride!
School Rankings
Prospect Park School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prospect Park School is 0.59, 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
#1547 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
9%
16%
Black
15%
14%
White
61%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Interboro School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prospect Park School's ranking?
Prospect Park School is ranked #1547 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Prospect Park School often compared to?
Prospect Park Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Norwood School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Prospect Park School?
546 students attend Prospect Park School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Prospect Park School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prospect Park School?
Prospect Park School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prospect Park School offer ?
Prospect Park School offers enrollment in grades 1-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Prospect Park School part of?
Prospect Park School is part of Interboro School District.
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