Serving 321 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Barth 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower 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 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Barth Elementary School serves the west part of the Pottstown, PA school district, encompassing an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Families living within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barth Elementary School's student population of 321 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
321 students
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
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School Rankings
Barth 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 Barth Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#2055 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Showing 2014–2023. Show full history, 2010–2023 (no data for 2020)
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
55%
Showing 2013–2022. Show full history, 2010–2022 (no data for 2020)
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
26%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025
Black
38%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025
White
22%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025
Two or more races
13%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 2011–2025
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 2000–2025
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barth Elementary School's ranking?
Barth Elementary School is ranked #2055 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Barth Elementary School?
321 students attend Barth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Barth Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barth Elementary School?
Barth Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Barth Elementary School offer ?
Barth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barth Elementary School part of?
Barth Elementary School is part of Pottstown School District.
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