Serving 719 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ohara Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 719 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ohara Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ohara Elementary School's student population of 719 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
719 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Rankings
Ohara Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ohara Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#12 out of 2733 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
80%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Ohara Elementary School's ranking?
Ohara Elementary School is ranked #12 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Ohara Elementary School?
719 students attend Ohara Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Ohara Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ohara Elementary School?
Ohara Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ohara Elementary School offer ?
Ohara Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ohara Elementary School part of?
Ohara Elementary School is part of Fox Chapel Area School District.
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