Serving 1,215 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Muhlenberg El Center 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 36%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 1,215 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Muhlenberg El Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Muhlenberg El Center's student population of 1,215 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,215 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
School Rankings
Muhlenberg El Center 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 Muhlenberg El Center is 0.70, 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
#2119 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
40%
15%
Black
6%
14%
White
30%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
23%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
1%
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 Muhlenberg El Center's ranking?
Muhlenberg El Center is ranked #2119 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Muhlenberg El Center often compared to?
Muhlenberg El Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Kutztown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Muhlenberg El Center?
1,215 students attend Muhlenberg El Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Muhlenberg El Center students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 23% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Muhlenberg El Center?
Muhlenberg El Center has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Muhlenberg El Center offer ?
Muhlenberg El Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Muhlenberg El Center part of?
Muhlenberg El Center is part of Muhlenberg School District.
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