Serving 135 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Colwyn Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 135 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Colwyn Elementary School serves the southeast part of Darby, PA, encompassing an area of approximately 0.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Colwyn Elementary School's student population of 135 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
135 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Colwyn Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colwyn Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#2294 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
1%
16%
Black
88%
14%
White
3%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colwyn Elementary School's ranking?
Colwyn Elementary School is ranked #2294 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Colwyn Elementary School often compared to?
Colwyn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walnut Street Elementary School, Park Lane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Colwyn Elementary School?
135 students attend Colwyn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Colwyn Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colwyn Elementary School?
Colwyn Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Colwyn Elementary School offer ?
Colwyn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Colwyn Elementary School part of?
Colwyn Elementary School is part of William Penn School District.
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