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Elementary Schools

Fort Cherry Elementary Ctr

Fort Cherry SD · Washington County · 110 Fort Cherry Road, Mc Donald, PA 15057.0

(724)796-1551

8/10
#327
Rank 327 out of 1,545
Top 21%
English Language Arts8/10 · #340 · 78th percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #457 · 70th percentile
Science9/10 · #151 · 89th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Fort Cherry Elementary Center sits in the small borough of McDonald, tucked into the rolling hills of southwestern Pennsylvania where Washington County meets the outer edges of Pittsburgh's orbit — close enough to the city, but with a genuine small-town feel that many families find refreshing. The school puts up particularly strong science numbers, which stands out in a region that's seen real interest in STEM as local industries evolve. Families who want a tight-knit community school with solid academics and the kind of setting where teachers actually know your kid's name tend to thrive here.

Student Demographics

241 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
218 (90%)
Multiple Races
13 (5%)
Hispanic
7 (3%)
Other
3 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners1 (0%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged113 (47%)
Students with Disabilities51 (21%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

455
Enrollment
36.8
Teachers (FTE)
12.4:1
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 Programs2/10 · #1405 · 11th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found