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South Fayette Elementary School

3620 Old Oakdale Rd
Mc Donald, PA 15057
(School attendance zone shown in map)
South Fayette Elementary School serves 724 students in grades Kindergarten-2. 
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 98% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 73%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 96% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 724 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 36%
  • : 98%
  • : 96%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

School Overview

South Fayette Elementary School's student population of 724 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
724 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
2001
School Motto
Tradition • Pride • Excellence

School Rankings

The diversity score of South Fayette Elementary School is 0.54, 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.
This School
State Level (PA)
(12-13)
98%
73%
(12-13)
96%
70%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
5%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
3%
14%
White
64%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.54
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are South Fayette Elementary School often compared to?
South Fayette Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Fayette Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
98% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 73% PA state average), while 96% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% PA state average).
How many students attend South Fayette Elementary School?
724 students attend South Fayette Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of South Fayette Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Fayette Elementary School?
South Fayette Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Fayette Elementary School offer ?
South Fayette Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Fayette Elementary School part of?
South Fayette Elementary School is part of South Fayette Township School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 724 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 36%
  • : 98%
  • : 96%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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