The top reported proficiency rate is 89% in Science. The lowest is 76% in English language arts.
Original Research by School Decision on Borland Manor El Sch
Borland Manor Elementary serves kindergarten through fourth grade in Canonsburg, a dense suburban borough about miles southwest of Pittsburgh. The school enrolls a small student body with stable enrollment across its grade levels. The student population is predominantly white, with smaller representation from Asian, Hispanic, and multiracial families. About a quarter of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch.
On state assessments, the school shows solid academic performance. In math and English language arts, proficiency rates place the school in the top quartile among Washington County districts, with three-quarters of tested students reaching proficiency in each subject. Science proficiency is notably stronger, reaching a higher rate. These results reflect sound grade-level instruction across core academics.
The broader context matters for families considering this school. Canon-McMillan School District is undertaking significant infrastructure and pedagogical changes. A new state-of-the-art middle school opened in January 2023 with modern facilities including two gymnasiums, turf field, and auditorium. More immediately relevant to Borland Manor families: the district has approved construction of a new elementary school slated to open in 2026. That new building will enable the district to offer all-day kindergarten, a long-standing parent request. After the new school opens, the district plans to either close or repurpose Borland Manor Elementary. For families enrolling now, this means the school's future configuration is in transition, and parents may want to clarify the timeline and any changes to programming or student assignment directly with the district.
The district has also implemented a structured literacy program across all elementary grades, emphasizing evidence-based reading instruction with screening and intervention, particularly for students showing signs of dyslexia. This is a district-wide priority that shapes how early reading is taught at all elementary schools, including Borland Manor.
Canonsburg itself is growing. The town sits adjacent to Southpointe, a major office park, and is in the middle of a downtown revitalization effort with new shops, restaurants, and walkable street life along Pike Street. Housing values in the area are moderate relative to other Pittsburgh suburbs, and the town has added population in recent years, making it one of the few parts of the county to grow. The median home sale price has climbed modestly year over year. Transit to Pittsburgh is available through Freedom Transit's commuter routes.
One financial note: the district has raised property taxes annually up to the state index limit in recent years, a pattern documented in a 2023 state audit. Families should verify the district's current and projected tax trajectory with the district directly before making property decisions.
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