Serving 519 students in grades Kindergarten-5, East Ward Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Ward Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
East Ward Elementary School's student population of 519 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
519 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Ward Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Ward Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#130 out of 2549 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
20%
4%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
5%
14%
White
58%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Ward Elementary School's ranking?
East Ward Elementary School is ranked #130 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend East Ward Elementary School?
519 students attend East Ward Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of East Ward Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Ward Elementary School?
East Ward Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Ward Elementary School offer ?
East Ward Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is East Ward Elementary School part of?
East Ward Elementary School is part of Downingtown Area SD School District.
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