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Ferndale Elementary School

Ferndale Area SD · Cambria County · 100 Dartmouth Ave, Johnstown, PA 15905.0

(814)535-6724

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3/10
#1219
Rank 1219 out of 1,545
Top 79%
English Language Arts2/10 · #1339 · 13th percentile
Mathematics2/10 · #1294 · 16th percentile
Science5/10 · #739 · 48th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Ferndale Elementary sits in the hills just outside Johnstown, a working-class city in western Pennsylvania that carries a lot of history and a tight-knit community spirit. The school's science scores are a relative bright spot, and families in the area tend to value the smaller, close-to-home feel that a district like Ferndale offers. For families rooted in the Johnstown area who prioritize a neighborhood school with a personal touch over a competitive academic environment, Ferndale can feel like a comfortable fit.

Student Demographics

149 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
106 (71%)
African American
22 (15%)
Multiple Races
11 (7%)
Hispanic
10 (7%)

Key Indicators

English Learners1 (1%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged149 (100%)
Students with Disabilities33 (22%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

325
Enrollment
26.8
Teachers (FTE)
12.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs6/10 · #694 · 56th percentile

43 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Pennsylvania.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found