Serving 488 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Brandywine-wallace Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Brandywine-Wallace Elementary School serves the west part of Downingtown, PA, covering an attendance area of approximately 8.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge being about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brandywine-wallace Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Brandywine-wallace Elementary School's student population of 488 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
488 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brandywine-wallace Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brandywine-wallace Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#49 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
22%
5%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
3%
14%
White
65%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Yet To Be Specified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brandywine-wallace Elementary School's ranking?
Brandywine-wallace Elementary School is ranked #49 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Brandywine-wallace Elementary School often compared to?
Brandywine-wallace Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bradford Hgts Elementary School, Beaver Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Brandywine-wallace Elementary School?
488 students attend Brandywine-wallace Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Brandywine-wallace Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brandywine-wallace Elementary School?
Brandywine-wallace Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brandywine-wallace Elementary School offer ?
Brandywine-wallace Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brandywine-wallace Elementary School part of?
Brandywine-wallace Elementary School is part of Downingtown Area School District.
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