Serving 378 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Scott Primary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scott Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Scott Primary School's student population of 378 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
378 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Scott Primary 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 Scott Primary School is 0.24, 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
#213 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
87%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
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 Scott Primary School's ranking?
Scott Primary School is ranked #213 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Scott Primary School?
378 students attend Scott Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Scott Primary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scott Primary School?
Scott Primary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Scott Primary School offer ?
Scott Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Scott Primary School part of?
Scott Primary School is part of Shaler Area School District.
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