Serving 408 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Resica Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (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 64% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Resica Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Resica Elementary School's student population of 408 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
408 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Resica 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 Resica Elementary School is 0.78, 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
#2036 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
7%
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
18%
14%
White
36%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
21%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Resica Elementary School's ranking?
Resica Elementary School is ranked #2036 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Resica Elementary School often compared to?
Resica Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smithfield Elementary School, Middle Smithfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Resica Elementary School?
408 students attend Resica Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Resica Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, 18% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Resica Elementary School?
Resica Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Resica Elementary School offer ?
Resica Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Resica Elementary School part of?
Resica Elementary School is part of East Stroudsburg Area School District.
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