Serving 228 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Broad Street Elementary School 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Broad Street Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Broad Street Elementary School's student population of 228 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 61% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
228 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Broad Street Elementary School 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 Broad Street Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2128 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
9%
14%
White
73%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Broad Street Elementary School's ranking?
Broad Street Elementary School is ranked #2128 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Broad Street Elementary School?
228 students attend Broad Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Broad Street Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Broad Street Elementary School?
Broad Street Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Broad Street Elementary School offer ?
Broad Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Broad Street Elementary School part of?
Broad Street Elementary School is part of Butler Area School District.
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