Serving 400 students in grades 1-5, Bancroft Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bancroft Elementary School's student population of 400 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
400 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bancroft Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bancroft Elementary School is 0.54, which is less 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
#985 out of 2549 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
54%
14%
Black
n/a
14%
White
41%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Bancroft Elementary School's ranking?
Bancroft Elementary School is ranked #985 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Bancroft Elementary School often compared to?
Bancroft Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Garden Elementary School, Avon Grove Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Bancroft Elementary School?
400 students attend Bancroft Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Bancroft Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bancroft Elementary School?
Bancroft Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bancroft Elementary School offer ?
Bancroft Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Bancroft Elementary School part of?
Bancroft Elementary School is part of Kennett Consolidated SD School District.
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