Serving 746 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Waynesburg Central El School ranks in the bottom 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 43% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 746 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waynesburg Central El School's student population of 746 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
746 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
School Rankings
Waynesburg Central El 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 Waynesburg Central El School is 0.10, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1698 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
95%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waynesburg Central El School's ranking?
Waynesburg Central El School is ranked #1698 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Waynesburg Central El School often compared to?
Waynesburg Central El Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carmichaels Area El Center, West Greene El Center, Jefferson-morgan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Waynesburg Central El School?
746 students attend Waynesburg Central El School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Waynesburg Central El School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waynesburg Central El School?
Waynesburg Central El School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Waynesburg Central El School offer ?
Waynesburg Central El School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waynesburg Central El School part of?
Waynesburg Central El School is part of Central Greene School District.
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