Fifth Ward Elementary School serves 82 students in grades 4-6.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 was lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 10% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
82 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
10%
14%
White
90%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Central Valley School District-1
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Fifth Ward Elementary School?
82 students attend Fifth Ward Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Fifth Ward Elementary School students are White, and 10% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fifth Ward Elementary School?
Fifth Ward Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fifth Ward Elementary School offer ?
Fifth Ward Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Fifth Ward Elementary School part of?
Fifth Ward Elementary School is part of Central Valley School District-1.
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