Serving 293 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Northern Potter Childrens School 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northern Potter Childrens School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Northern Potter Childrens School's student population of 293 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
293 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northern Potter Childrens 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 Northern Potter Childrens School is 0.06, 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
#1649 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
16%
Black
n/a
14%
White
97%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northern Potter Childrens School's ranking?
Northern Potter Childrens School is ranked #1649 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Northern Potter Childrens School often compared to?
Northern Potter Childrens Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coudersport Area Elementary School, Austin Area Elementary School, Oswayo Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Northern Potter Childrens School?
293 students attend Northern Potter Childrens School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Northern Potter Childrens School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northern Potter Childrens School?
Northern Potter Childrens School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northern Potter Childrens School offer ?
Northern Potter Childrens School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northern Potter Childrens School part of?
Northern Potter Childrens School is part of Northern Potter School District.
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