Donegal Primary School serves 601 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 74%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 71%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 601 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Math Proficiency: 82%
- Reading Proficiency: 76%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Donegal Primary School's student population of 601 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
601 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Donegal Primary School is 0.37, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)82%
74%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)76%
71%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
5%
14%
White
78%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 schools are Donegal Primary School often compared to?
Donegal Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Doe Run Elementary School, Centerville Middle School, Kissel Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 74% PA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 71% PA state average).
How many students attend Donegal Primary School?
601 students attend Donegal Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Donegal Primary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Donegal Primary School?
Donegal Primary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Donegal Primary School offer ?
Donegal Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Donegal Primary School part of?
Donegal Primary School is part of Donegal School District.
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