Cornell High School is a public high school located in the borough of Coraopolis, Pennsylvania, a suburb of Pittsburgh in Allegheny County in the state of Pennsylvania. Cornell High School serves students from the borough of Coraopolis, as well as Neville Township or Neville Island as it is more commonly called.
Serving 294 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Cornell Elementary 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 50-54% (which is lower 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 48% 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: 294 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cornell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cornell Elementary School's student population of 294 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
294 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Motto
Cornell School District will provide each student a challenging, relevant, and rigorous education that prepares them socially, emotionally, and academically to succeed at their maximum potential.
School Rankings
Cornell 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 Cornell Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#1485 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
17%
14%
White
52%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raiders
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cornell Elementary School's ranking?
Cornell Elementary School is ranked #1485 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Cornell Elementary School often compared to?
Cornell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barrett 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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Cornell Elementary School?
294 students attend Cornell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Cornell Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cornell Elementary School?
Cornell Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cornell Elementary School offer ?
Cornell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cornell Elementary School part of?
Cornell Elementary School is part of Cornell School District.
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