Serving 442 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Merion Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than 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 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Merion Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Merion Elementary School's student population of 442 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
442 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Merion Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Merion Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#22 out of 2733 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
5%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
5%
14%
White
65%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merion Elementary School's ranking?
Merion Elementary School is ranked #22 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Merion Elementary School often compared to?
Merion Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cynwyd School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Merion Elementary School?
442 students attend Merion Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Merion Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Merion Elementary School?
Merion Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Merion Elementary School offer ?
Merion Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Merion Elementary School part of?
Merion Elementary School is part of Lower Merion School District.
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