For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,028 students in Mars, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Mars, PA are Mars Area Elementary School and Mars Area Centennial School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mars, PA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in Mars have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Mars, PA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mars Area Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
549 Route 228
Mars, PA 16046
(724) 625-3161
Mars, PA 16046
(724) 625-3161
Grades: 2-4
| 927 students
Rank: #22.
Mars Area Centennial School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
100 Winfield Manor Dr
Mars, PA 16046
(724) 625-2601
Mars, PA 16046
(724) 625-2601
Grades: 5-6
| 605 students
Rank: n/an/a
547 Route 228
Mars, PA 16046
(724) 625-1588
Mars, PA 16046
(724) 625-1588
Grades: K-1
| 496 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Mars, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Mars, PA include Mars Area Elementary School and Mars Area Centennial School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Mars?
3 public elementary schools are located in Mars.
What is the racial composition of students in Mars?
Mars public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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