Wayne Elementary School

651 W Wayne Ave
Wayne, PA 19087
10/
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Top 10%
Serving 542 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wayne 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 66% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 542 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : Top 10% in PA
  • : 66% (Top 20%)
  • : 81% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Wayne Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

School Overview

Wayne Elementary School's student population of 542 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
542 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
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School Rankings

Wayne 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 Wayne Elementary School is 0.49, 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.
This School
State Level (PA)
#154 out of 2549 schools
(Top 10%)
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66%
38%
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81%
55%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
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American Indian
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Asian
14%
4%
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Hispanic
6%
14%
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Black
4%
14%
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White
70%
63%
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Hawaiian
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Two or more races
6%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.49
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Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
50%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wayne Elementary School's ranking?
Wayne Elementary School is ranked #154 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Wayne Elementary School often compared to?
Wayne Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Radnor Elementary School, Ithan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Wayne Elementary School?
542 students attend Wayne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Wayne Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wayne Elementary School?
Wayne Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wayne Elementary School offer ?
Wayne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Wayne Elementary School part of?
Wayne Elementary School is part of Radnor Township SD School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 542 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 66% (Top 20%)
  • : 81% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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