Serving 171 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Jamestown Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% 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: 171 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jamestown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Jamestown Elementary School's student population of 171 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
171 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Motto
To educate all students to participate in and contribute to a changing global society by actively involving them in an education program that emphasizes basic and life-long learning skills in an environment of mutual respect.
School Rankings
Jamestown Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jamestown Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#1227 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
n/a
14%
White
94%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mighty Muskies
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jamestown Elementary School's ranking?
Jamestown Elementary School is ranked #1227 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Jamestown Elementary School often compared to?
Jamestown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Artman Elementary School, Reynolds Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Jamestown Elementary School?
171 students attend Jamestown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Jamestown Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jamestown Elementary School?
Jamestown Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jamestown Elementary School offer ?
Jamestown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jamestown Elementary School part of?
Jamestown Elementary School is part of Jamestown Area School District.
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