Serving 425 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fitzwater 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fitzwater 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
Fitzwater Elementary School's student population of 425 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
425 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fitzwater 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 Fitzwater 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
#243 out of 2549 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
15%
14%
White
61%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fitzwater Elementary School's ranking?
Fitzwater Elementary School is ranked #243 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Fitzwater Elementary School often compared to?
Fitzwater Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Copper Beech School by visitors of our site.
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 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Fitzwater Elementary School?
425 students attend Fitzwater Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Fitzwater Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fitzwater Elementary School?
Fitzwater Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fitzwater Elementary School offer ?
Fitzwater Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Fitzwater Elementary School part of?
Fitzwater Elementary School is part of Upper Dublin SD School District.
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