Chestnutwold Elementary School

630 Loraine St
Ardmore, PA 19003
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
10
Top 5%
Serving 600 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Chestnutwold Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 75% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (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 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 600 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Top 5% in PA
  • : 75% (Top 10%)
  • : 82% (Top 10%)
  • : 90-94% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Chestnutwold Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

School Overview

Chestnutwold Elementary School's student population of 600 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
600 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 17, 2026

School Rankings

Chestnutwold 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 Chestnutwold Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (PA)
#111 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
75%
38%
82%
55%
90-94%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
6%
14%
White
79%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.37
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chestnutwold Elementary School's ranking?
Chestnutwold Elementary School is ranked #111 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Chestnutwold Elementary School often compared to?
Chestnutwold Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oaks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Chestnutwold Elementary School?
600 students attend Chestnutwold Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Chestnutwold Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chestnutwold Elementary School?
Chestnutwold Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chestnutwold Elementary School offer ?
Chestnutwold Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chestnutwold Elementary School part of?
Chestnutwold Elementary School is part of Haverford Township School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 600 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 75% (Top 10%)
  • : 82% (Top 10%)
  • : 90-94% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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