Serving 391 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Clairton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clairton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Clairton Elementary School's student population of 391 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
391 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clairton Elementary 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 Clairton Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2420 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
67%
14%
White
14%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clairton Elementary School's ranking?
Clairton Elementary School is ranked #2420 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Clairton Elementary School often compared to?
Clairton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Young Scholars Of Western Pennsylvania Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Clairton Elementary School?
391 students attend Clairton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Clairton Elementary School students are Black, 14% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clairton Elementary School?
Clairton Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Clairton Elementary School offer ?
Clairton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Clairton Elementary School part of?
Clairton Elementary School is part of Clairton City School District.
School Reviews
2 4/4/2007
This school is one of the lowest tested schools in the state of Pennsylvania. The school does not provide adequate support for special needs students. when there are problems between students, the school rarely does anything to resolve the issue, causing long-term conflicts. The school also reports students for truancy of they are late even a few minutes 4 or more times, regardless of the circumstances. The school is so bad, we are going to be transferring our students into another school. If possible, avoid this school.
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