Serving 414 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Charlestown Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 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 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Charlestown Elementary School serves the northwest part of Malvern, PA, covering an area of approximately 12.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the school's boundaries and the furthest edge being 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charlestown 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
Charlestown Elementary School's student population of 414 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
414 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Charlestown 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 Charlestown Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#229 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
25%
5%
Hispanic
12%
16%
Black
1%
14%
White
54%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charlestown Elementary School's ranking?
Charlestown Elementary School is ranked #229 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Charlestown Elementary School often compared to?
Charlestown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kathryn D. Markley Elementary School, General Wayne Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
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 Charlestown Elementary School?
414 students attend Charlestown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Charlestown Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charlestown Elementary School?
Charlestown Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Charlestown Elementary School offer ?
Charlestown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Charlestown Elementary School part of?
Charlestown Elementary School is part of Great Valley School District.
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