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West Hempfield Elementary School

Hempfield Area SD · Westmoreland County · 469 Wendel Road, Irwin, PA 15642.0

(724)850-2780

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6/10
#712
Rank 712 out of 1,545
Top 46%
English Language Arts6/10 · #751 · 51st percentile
Mathematics6/10 · #733 · 53rd percentile
Science7/10 · #487 · 66th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

West Hempfield Elementary sits in the quiet, suburban stretch of Irwin, a Westmoreland County community that feels comfortably removed from Pittsburgh's hustle while still being an easy commute away. The school lands right in the middle of the pack statewide, with science being a particular bright spot, making it a solid choice for families planting roots in this unpretentious, working-class-meets-suburban corner of western Pennsylvania. It tends to appeal to families who value stability, community connection, and a no-fuss school experience in a neighborhood where kids still play outside and neighbors know each other's names.

Student Demographics

239 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
221 (92%)
Multiple Races
12 (5%)
Other
6 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners3 (1%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged99 (41%)
Students with Disabilities43 (18%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

496
Enrollment
34.1
Teachers (FTE)
14.5:1
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 Programs3/10 · #1119 · 30th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found