Serving 547 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Saint Clair Area El/ms ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than 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 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Saint Clair Area El/ms's student population of 547 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
547 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student, Every Day
School Rankings
Saint Clair Area El/ms 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 Saint Clair Area El/ms is 0.44, 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
#1774 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
17%
16%
Black
5%
14%
White
73%
60%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saint Clair Area El/ms's ranking?
Saint Clair Area El/ms is ranked #1774 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Saint Clair Area El/ms?
547 students attend Saint Clair Area El/ms.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Saint Clair Area El/ms students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Saint Clair Area El/ms?
Saint Clair Area El/ms has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Saint Clair Area El/ms offer ?
Saint Clair Area El/ms offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Saint Clair Area El/ms part of?
Saint Clair Area El/ms is part of Saint Clair Area School District.
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