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West Newton Elementary School

Yough SD · Westmoreland County · 1208 Vine Street, West Newton, PA 15089.0

(724)872-5877

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9/10
#214
Rank 214 out of 1,545
Top 14%
English Language Arts9/10 · #199 · 87th percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #172 · 89th percentile
Science8/10 · #342 · 76th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

West Newton Elementary sits in the small river town of West Newton, tucked along the Youghiogheny River in Westmoreland County — the kind of tight-knit community where neighbors actually know each other. The school punches well above its size, landing in the top 15% statewide with particularly strong English and math scores, making it a great fit for families who want a rigorous academic environment without the pressure of a big suburban district. If you're drawn to small-town Pennsylvania life with easy access to the Pittsburgh metro, this school is a genuinely solid reason to put down roots here.

Student Demographics

70 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
63 (90%)
Multiple Races
5 (7%)
Other
2 (3%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged30 (43%)
Students with Disabilities15 (21%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

181
Enrollment
13.1
Teachers (FTE)
13.8:1
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 · #1088 · 32nd percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found