Serving 342 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hatfield Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% 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: 342 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hatfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hatfield Elementary School's student population of 342 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
342 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
The Home of the Mustangs
School Rankings
Hatfield 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 Hatfield Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#975 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
5%
14%
White
82%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hatfield Elementary School's ranking?
Hatfield Elementary School is ranked #975 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Hatfield Elementary School often compared to?
Hatfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hutchinson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Hatfield Elementary School?
342 students attend Hatfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Hatfield Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hatfield Elementary School?
Hatfield Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hatfield Elementary School offer ?
Hatfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hatfield Elementary School part of?
Hatfield Elementary School is part of Laurel Highlands School District.
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