Serving 607 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Skippack 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% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (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 18% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 607 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Skippack Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Skippack Elementary School's student population of 607 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
607 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Skippack 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 Skippack Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#218 out of 2549 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
3%
14%
White
82%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
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 Skippack Elementary School's ranking?
Skippack Elementary School is ranked #218 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Skippack Elementary School often compared to?
Skippack Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Skippack Elementary School?
607 students attend Skippack Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Skippack Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Skippack Elementary School?
Skippack Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Skippack Elementary School offer ?
Skippack Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Skippack Elementary School part of?
Skippack Elementary School is part of Perkiomen Valley SD School District.
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