Kiski Area East Primary School

420 Franklin Ave
Vandergrift, PA 15690
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 425 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Kiski Area East Primary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (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 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 425 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 23%
  • : Top 30% in PA
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 50%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Kiski Area East Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

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School Overview

Kiski Area East Primary School's student population of 425 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
425 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning Has No Boundaries - Every Child. Every Classroom. Every Day.

School Rankings

Kiski Area East Primary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kiski Area East Primary School is 0.39, 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.
This School
State Level (PA)
#655 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
60-64%
38%
60-64%
55%
80-84%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
8%
14%
White
77%
60%
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.39
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kiski Area East Primary School's ranking?
Kiski Area East Primary School is ranked #655 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Kiski Area East Primary School often compared to?
Kiski Area East Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kiski Area South Primary School, Kiski Area North Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% 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 Kiski Area East Primary School?
425 students attend Kiski Area East Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Kiski Area East Primary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kiski Area East Primary School?
Kiski Area East Primary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kiski Area East Primary School offer ?
Kiski Area East Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kiski Area East Primary School part of?
Kiski Area East Primary School is part of Kiski Area School District.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
I have 2 children at east primary going on 4 yrs now and cannot say enough about the teachers they have had. Mr. Marchand is great with the kids! The entire staff has been nothing but awesome! Thank you East Primary for taking such great care of my kids! They love you all!
- Posted by Parent - hd031

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 425 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 23%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 50%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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