Serving 462 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Aliquippa 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 9% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aliquippa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
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Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Aliquippa Elementary School's student population of 462 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
462 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sat. Aug 30, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Quips
School Rankings
Aliquippa 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 Aliquippa Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#2609 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
66%
14%
White
11%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Quips
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aliquippa Elementary School's ranking?
Aliquippa Elementary School is ranked #2609 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Aliquippa Elementary School?
462 students attend Aliquippa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Aliquippa Elementary School students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are White, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aliquippa Elementary School?
Aliquippa Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Aliquippa Elementary School offer ?
Aliquippa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Aliquippa Elementary School part of?
Aliquippa Elementary School is part of Aliquippa School District.
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