Serving 383 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Blair Mill Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blair Mill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Blair Mill Elementary School's student population of 383 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blair Mill Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blair Mill Elementary School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1423 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
16%
14%
Black
8%
14%
White
61%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blair Mill Elementary School's ranking?
Blair Mill Elementary School is ranked #1423 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Blair Mill Elementary School often compared to?
Blair Mill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hallowell Elementary School, Simmons Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Blair Mill Elementary School?
383 students attend Blair Mill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Blair Mill Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blair Mill Elementary School?
Blair Mill Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blair Mill Elementary School offer ?
Blair Mill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Blair Mill Elementary School part of?
Blair Mill Elementary School is part of Hatboro-Horsham SD School District.
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