Fort Cherry School District is a small, rural public school district located in southwestern Pennsylvania. It covers a portion of outlying Pittsburgh rural areas.
Serving 455 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Fort Cherry El Center ranks in the top 30% 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 57% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Cherry El Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fort Cherry El Center's student population of 455 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
455 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Red, grey and white
School Rankings
Fort Cherry El Center 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 Fort Cherry El Center is 0.19, 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
#562 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
n/a
14%
White
90%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Cherry El Center's ranking?
Fort Cherry El Center is ranked #562 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Fort Cherry El Center often compared to?
Fort Cherry El Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Claysville Elementary School, Charleroi Area El Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Fort Cherry El Center?
455 students attend Fort Cherry El Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Fort Cherry El Center students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Cherry El Center?
Fort Cherry El Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fort Cherry El Center offer ?
Fort Cherry El Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fort Cherry El Center part of?
Fort Cherry El Center is part of Fort Cherry School District.
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