Serving 432 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Radio Park Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Radio Park 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
Radio Park Elementary School's student population of 432 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
432 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Motto
If it is to be, it’s up to me.
School Rankings
Radio Park Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Radio Park Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#185 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
24%
5%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
61%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
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 Radio Park Elementary School's ranking?
Radio Park Elementary School is ranked #185 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Radio Park Elementary School often compared to?
Radio Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Corl Street Elementary School, Spring Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Radio Park Elementary School?
432 students attend Radio Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Radio Park Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Radio Park Elementary School?
Radio Park Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Radio Park Elementary School offer ?
Radio Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Radio Park Elementary School part of?
Radio Park Elementary School is part of State College Area School District.
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