Serving 535 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Ardmore Avenue Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower 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 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 535 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ardmore Avenue School serves the northwest area of Lansdowne, PA, covering approximately 1 square mile. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ardmore Avenue Elementary School's student population of 535 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
535 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ardmore Avenue Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ardmore Avenue Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2263 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
13%
16%
Black
69%
14%
White
7%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.2%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ardmore Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Ardmore Avenue Elementary School is ranked #2263 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Ardmore Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Ardmore Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bell Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Ardmore Avenue Elementary School?
535 students attend Ardmore Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Ardmore Avenue Elementary School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ardmore Avenue Elementary School?
Ardmore Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ardmore Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Ardmore Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ardmore Avenue Elementary School part of?
Ardmore Avenue Elementary School is part of William Penn School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
The administration and, in particular, the principal of Ardmore Avenue is not the best. They have absolutely no compassion for the children and their feelings, unfortunately, in our experience with them.
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