Serving 313 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Candlebrook Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Candlebrook El Sch serves a central area in King Of Prussia, PA, encompassing approximately 4.6 square miles. Most families in the attendance zone can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Candlebrook 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
Candlebrook Elementary School's student population of 313 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
313 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Candlebrook Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Candlebrook Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#240 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
15%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
64%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Candlebrook Elementary School's ranking?
Candlebrook Elementary School is ranked #240 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Candlebrook Elementary School often compared to?
Candlebrook Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Caley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Candlebrook Elementary School?
313 students attend Candlebrook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Candlebrook Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Candlebrook Elementary School?
Candlebrook Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Candlebrook Elementary School offer ?
Candlebrook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Candlebrook Elementary School part of?
Candlebrook Elementary School is part of Upper Merion Area School District.
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