Serving 487 students in grades 4-5, Upper Perkiomen 4th And 5th Grade Center 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 37% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is equal to 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Upper Perkiomen 4th And 5th Grade Center's student population of 487 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Upper Perkiomen 4th And 5th Grade Center 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 Upper Perkiomen 4th And 5th Grade Center is 0.29, 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
#1225 out of 2549 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
4%
14%
White
84%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Upper Perkiomen 4th And 5th Grade Center's ranking?
Upper Perkiomen 4th And 5th Grade Center is ranked #1225 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Upper Perkiomen 4th And 5th Grade Center?
487 students attend Upper Perkiomen 4th And 5th Grade Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Upper Perkiomen 4th And 5th Grade Center students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Upper Perkiomen 4th And 5th Grade Center?
Upper Perkiomen 4th And 5th Grade Center has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Upper Perkiomen 4th And 5th Grade Center offer ?
Upper Perkiomen 4th And 5th Grade Center offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Upper Perkiomen 4th And 5th Grade Center part of?
Upper Perkiomen 4th And 5th Grade Center is part of Upper Perkiomen SD School District.
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