What grades does Fort Cherry El Ctr serve?

Fort Cherry El Ctr operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the Mc Donald area.

Where is Fort Cherry El Ctr located?

Fort Cherry El Ctr is a rural school in Mc Donald, PA.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fort Cherry El Ctr?

The student-teacher ratio at Fort Cherry El Ctr is 12.2:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Mc Donald, PA?

Schools in Mc Donald include Fort Cherry El Ctr and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Mc Donald area.

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Mc Donald, PA 15057

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School Profile

Grades

K–6

Enrollment

475

Student:Teacher

12.2:1

Locale

Rural

District

Fort Cherry SD

Econ. Disadvantaged

49.3%

Phone

(724)796-1551

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

63%

66th percentile in PA

Math Proficiency

41%

62th percentile in PA

Chronic Absenteeism

13.8%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

8 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.1:1

Better than average in PA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

448

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Social Workers

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$19,865

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$11,645

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$25,389

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 5%State 49%Local 45%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$221,249

+1.4% 1yr+19.2% 5yr

Pittsburgh, PA metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

15.9%

Below 150% poverty line

5.0%

Unemployment rate

3.8%

Uninsured residents

6.0%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

237

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

221

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

47%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

67 (30%)

Speech/Language Impairment

46 (21%)

Other Health Impairment

44 (20%)

Emotional Disturbance

27 (12%)

Autism

24 (11%)

Intellectual Disability

9 (4%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

455

Current enrollment

Stable(-5% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about Fort Cherry El Ctr

Fort Cherry El Ctr has a total enrollment of 475 students and serves grades Primary. The school is part of the local school district in Mc Donald, PA.