Serving 284 students in grades Kindergarten-4, South Abington 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 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- 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
South Abington School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
South Abington School's student population of 284 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Abington 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 South Abington School is 0.27, 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
#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
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
1%
14%
White
85%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Abington School's ranking?
South Abington School is ranked #243 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are South Abington School often compared to?
South Abington Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clarks Summit Elementary School, Newton-ransom 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 South Abington School?
284 students attend South Abington School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of South Abington School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Abington School?
South Abington School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Abington School offer ?
South Abington School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is South Abington School part of?
South Abington School is part of Abington Heights SD School District.
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