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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

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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