Serving 372 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Brandywine Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Brandywine Heights El Sch's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Topton, PA, covering approximately 52.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of 10 to 12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brandywine Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Brandywine Heights Elementary School's student population of 372 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
372 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brandywine Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brandywine Heights Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#387 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brandywine Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Brandywine Heights Elementary School is ranked #387 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Brandywine Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Brandywine Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% 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 Brandywine Heights Elementary School?
372 students attend Brandywine Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Brandywine Heights Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brandywine Heights Elementary School?
Brandywine Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brandywine Heights Elementary School offer ?
Brandywine Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brandywine Heights Elementary School part of?
Brandywine Heights Elementary School is part of Brandywine Heights Area School District.
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