Serving 248 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fox Twp Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fox Twp Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Fox Twp Elementary School's student population of 248 students has grown by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 81% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
248 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Motto
Be Positive, Be Respectful, Be Responsible, Be Safe, Be Your Best
School Rankings
Fox Twp Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fox Twp Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#1227 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
n/a
14%
White
96%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
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 Fox Twp Elementary School's ranking?
Fox Twp Elementary School is ranked #1227 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Fox Twp Elementary School?
248 students attend Fox Twp Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Fox Twp Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fox Twp Elementary School?
Fox Twp Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fox Twp Elementary School offer ?
Fox Twp Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fox Twp Elementary School part of?
Fox Twp Elementary School is part of Saint Marys Area School District.
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