FERGUSON TWP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Ferguson Twp El Sch is a public elementary school that is part of the State College Area SD school district, located in Pine Grove Mills, PA with about 354 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 21 teachers, Ferguson Twp El Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Ferguson Township Elementary School is a public school located in the village of Pine Grove Mills, Pennsylvania, serving students within the State College Area School District. As a key educational hub for the surrounding community, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment that prioritizes both academic achievement and the social-emotional growth of its students. The facility serves as a focal point for families in the Pine Grove Mills area, offering a traditional elementary curriculum designed to build foundational skills while encouraging curiosity and lifelong learning.

In addition to its classroom instruction, Ferguson Township Elementary is known for being an active participant in the broader State College educational community. The school places a strong emphasis on community engagement, often utilizing its rural-adjacent setting to provide hands-on learning experiences. By balancing standard state curricula with a focus on student well-being, the school strives to prepare its young learners for the transition to middle school while maintaining the personalized, small-town atmosphere that the Pine Grove Mills community values.

For more information, contact Ferguson Twp El Sch at (814) 231-4119 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.