Serving 197 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bart-colerain Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Bart-Colerain El Sch serves the northeast part of Christiana, PA, covering an attendance area of approximately 50.6 square miles, with typical drive times to the school around 10 to 12 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 3.9 miles, reaching up to 6.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bart-colerain Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bart-colerain Elementary School's student population of 197 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
197 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bart-colerain Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bart-colerain Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#591 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bart-colerain Elementary School's ranking?
Bart-colerain Elementary School is ranked #591 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Bart-colerain Elementary School often compared to?
Bart-colerain Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clermont Elementary School, Quarryville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Bart-colerain Elementary School?
197 students attend Bart-colerain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Bart-colerain Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bart-colerain Elementary School?
Bart-colerain Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bart-colerain Elementary School offer ?
Bart-colerain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bart-colerain Elementary School part of?
Bart-colerain Elementary School is part of Solanco School District.
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