Serving 540 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Joanna Connell 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 27% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joanna Connell School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Joanna Connell School's student population of 540 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
540 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Educational Excellence=Successful Students
School Mascot
Cougars
School Rankings
Joanna Connell 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 Joanna Connell School is 0.73, 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
#2126 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
24%
14%
White
38%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
25%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joanna Connell School's ranking?
Joanna Connell School is ranked #2126 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Joanna Connell School?
540 students attend Joanna Connell School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Joanna Connell School students are White, 25% of students are Two or more races, 24% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joanna Connell School?
Joanna Connell School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Joanna Connell School offer ?
Joanna Connell School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Joanna Connell School part of?
Joanna Connell School is part of Erie City School District.
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