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Karen A. Ionta Elementary School

Hermitage SD · Mercer County · 375 N Hermitage Road, Hermitage, PA 16148.0

(724)981-8750

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8/10
#437
Rank 437 out of 1,545
Top 28%
English Language Arts7/10 · #520 · 66th percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #448 · 71st percentile
Science8/10 · #301 · 79th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Hermitage is a mid-sized community in western Pennsylvania's Mercer County, close to the Ohio border, with a laid-back suburban feel and a strong sense of local pride. Karen A. Ionta Elementary stands out as a solid neighborhood school with particularly strong science scores, making it a great fit for families who want a well-rounded academic experience without the pressure of a hypercompetitive district. It's the kind of place where kids are known by name and the community shows up — a good option for families planting roots in the Shenango Valley area.

Student Demographics

292 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
236 (81%)
Multiple Races
29 (10%)
African American
23 (8%)
Other
4 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners1 (0%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged127 (43%)
Students with Disabilities76 (26%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

307
Enrollment
30
Teachers (FTE)
10.2:1
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 Programs4/10 · #990 · 38th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found