Serving 201 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Avona 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 201 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Avona Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Avona Elementary School's student population of 201 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
201 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Avona 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 Avona Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#1279 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
49%
15%
Black
4%
14%
White
31%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Avona Elementary School's ranking?
Avona Elementary School is ranked #1279 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Avona Elementary School often compared to?
Avona Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Asa Packer Elementary School, Kenneth N Butz Jr Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Avona Elementary School?
201 students attend Avona Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Avona Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Avona Elementary School?
Avona Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Avona Elementary School offer ?
Avona Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Avona Elementary School part of?
Avona Elementary School is part of Wilson Area School District.
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