Serving 493 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Vernfield 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 63% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vernfield 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
Vernfield Elementary School's student population of 493 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
493 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vernfield 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 Vernfield 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
#241 out of 2549 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
3%
14%
White
82%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Vernfield Elementary School's ranking?
Vernfield Elementary School is ranked #241 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Vernfield Elementary School often compared to?
Vernfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franconia Elementary School, West Broad Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Vernfield Elementary School?
493 students attend Vernfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Vernfield Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vernfield Elementary School?
Vernfield Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Vernfield Elementary School offer ?
Vernfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Vernfield Elementary School part of?
Vernfield Elementary School is part of Souderton Area SD School District.
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