Penn Cambria Primary School serves 184 students in grades 1-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 1-2
- Enrollment: 184 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Penn Cambria Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
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Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Penn Cambria Primary School's student population of 184 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
184 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
Striving for Excellence in ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Education
School Rankings
The diversity score of Penn Cambria Primary School is 0.13, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
93%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Penn Cambria Primary School?
184 students attend Penn Cambria Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Penn Cambria Primary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Penn Cambria Primary School?
Penn Cambria Primary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Penn Cambria Primary School offer ?
Penn Cambria Primary School offers enrollment in grades 1-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Penn Cambria Primary School part of?
Penn Cambria Primary School is part of Penn Cambria School District.
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