Serving 281 students in grades 2-5, Barkley Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 51% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Barkley Elementary School serves the northeast part of Phoenixville, PA, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 2.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barkley Elementary School's student population of 281 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
281 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barkley 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 Barkley Elementary School is 0.60, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1408 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
47%
16%
Black
3%
14%
White
43%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barkley Elementary School's ranking?
Barkley Elementary School is ranked #1408 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Barkley Elementary School often compared to?
Barkley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Schuylkill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Barkley Elementary School?
281 students attend Barkley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Barkley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barkley Elementary School?
Barkley Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Barkley Elementary School offer ?
Barkley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Barkley Elementary School part of?
Barkley Elementary School is part of Phoenixville Area School District.
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