Serving 654 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Rostraver Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 654 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rostraver Elementary School's student population of 654 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
654 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Rostraver Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rostraver Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#805 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
4%
14%
White
81%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
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 Rostraver Elementary School's ranking?
Rostraver Elementary School is ranked #805 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Rostraver Elementary School?
654 students attend Rostraver Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Rostraver Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rostraver Elementary School?
Rostraver Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rostraver Elementary School offer ?
Rostraver Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rostraver Elementary School part of?
Rostraver Elementary School is part of Belle Vernon Area School District.
In what neighborhood is Rostraver Elementary School located?
Rostraver Elementary School is located in the Sweeney Plan neighborhood of Belle Vernon, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in Sweeney Plan.
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