Serving 498 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ross Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ross Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Ross Elementary School's student population of 498 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
498 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ross Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ross Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#210 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
3%
14%
White
87%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ross Elementary School's ranking?
Ross Elementary School is ranked #210 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Ross Elementary School often compared to?
Ross Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcintyre Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Ross Elementary School?
498 students attend Ross Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Ross Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ross Elementary School?
Ross Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ross Elementary School offer ?
Ross Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ross Elementary School part of?
Ross Elementary School is part of North Hills School District.
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