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Northwest Elementary School

Butler Area SD · Butler County · 124 Staley Avenue, Butler, PA 16001.0

(724)287-8721

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9/10
#248
Rank 248 out of 1,545
Top 16%
English Language Arts9/10 · #180 · 88th percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #327 · 79th percentile
Science8/10 · #295 · 79th percentile

English Language Arts

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School Overview

Northwest Elementary sits comfortably among Butler's stronger academic options, with particularly solid English scores that put it near the top of the state. Butler itself is a classic Western Pennsylvania county seat — friendly, affordable, and close enough to Pittsburgh for a weekend without the city price tag — making it a genuine draw for families who want small-town roots with access to something bigger. Parents looking for a neighborhood school with consistent academics and a tight-knit community feel will find a lot to like here.

Student Demographics

187 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
175 (94%)
Multiple Races
6 (3%)
Hispanic
4 (2%)
Other
2 (1%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged69 (37%)
Students with Disabilities35 (19%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

404
Enrollment
28
Teachers (FTE)
14.4:1
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 Programs5/10 · #864 · 46th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found