Serving 406 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Clarion-limestone Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher 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 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clarion-limestone Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Clarion-limestone Elementary School's student population of 406 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Mascot
Lion
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
406 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1936
School Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Clarion-limestone Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clarion-limestone Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#794 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
96%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clarion-limestone Elementary School's ranking?
Clarion-limestone Elementary School is ranked #794 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Clarion-limestone Elementary School often compared to?
Clarion-limestone Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clarion Area Elementary School, Keystone Elementary School, Allegheny-clarion Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Clarion-limestone Elementary School?
406 students attend Clarion-limestone Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Clarion-limestone Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clarion-limestone Elementary School?
Clarion-limestone Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Clarion-limestone Elementary School offer ?
Clarion-limestone Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clarion-limestone Elementary School part of?
Clarion-limestone Elementary School is part of Clarion-Limestone Area School District.
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