The top reported proficiency rate is 96% in Science. The lowest is 75% in English language arts.
Original Research by School Decision on Bon Meade El Sch
Bon Meade Elementary is a K-4 school in Moon Township, part of the Moon Area School District. The school serves a student population that skews notably toward white families, with a small free-or-reduced-price lunch eligible share, reflecting the township's character as a prosperous suburb anchored by Pittsburgh International Airport and several major corporate employers.
The school's most recent test results show strength in mathematics and science. In math, students scored well above the state median on Pennsylvania's assessment, with the majority reaching proficiency. Science results were particularly strong, with performance that ranks in the top quartile when compared against other schools in Allegheny County. English language arts results were solid but softer than the other subjects, with proficiency at a level that still compares favorably to county peers but notably below the math performance. These results position Bon Meade ahead of most schools in its county comparison set for overall proficiency across tested subjects.
The school is small to mid-sized for its grade band, enrolling students from kindergarten through fourth grade across roughly evenly distributed grade levels. About one in five students qualifies for free or reduced-price lunch, a low rate that reflects the community's general affluence. Enrollment data on students with individualized education plans or English learners was not available; parents seeking that information should contact the school directly.
Moon Township itself is a mixed-use suburb with a blend of single-family neighborhoods, office parks, and commercial corridors but no traditional walkable downtown. It is entirely auto-oriented, with families typically driving between schools, shopping, and work. The housing market has shown modest appreciation and is moderately affordable relative to national and state benchmarks, though a recent decline in assessed home values has driven a property tax increase across the district for the 2026-27 school year. Publicly reported figures show that the district is managing rising special education and salary costs alongside that revenue loss.
The Moon Area School District is currently undertaking a significant capital project at its secondary campus, with Tiger Stadium and tennis courts closed for construction. This ongoing work means athletic programs and facilities will face temporary constraints and additional rental costs through the district, a consideration worth noting if sports play a role in your family's school experience. The district has been relatively stable in terms of enrollment and educational approach, though the structural budget pressures that drove the 2026-27 tax increase are expected to persist.
For families considering this school, Bon Meade represents a conventional suburban elementary option with solid test performance, particularly in math and science, serving a relatively affluent and predominantly white community. The school fits families comfortable in an auto-dependent suburban setting who value demonstrated academic performance in core subjects.
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