Polk Elementary School serves 125 students in grades Kindergarten-6.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 70-74% (which was approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 74%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 70-74% (which was approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 71%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 was equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
125 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)70-74%
74%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)70-74%
71%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
96%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 74% PA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 71% PA state average).
How many students attend Polk Elementary School?
125 students attend Polk Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Polk Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Polk Elementary School?
Polk Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Polk Elementary School offer ?
Polk Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Polk Elementary School part of?
Polk Elementary School is part of Franklin Area School District.
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