Serving 541 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cornwall Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Cornwall El Sch serves the southwest part of Lebanon, PA, covering an area of approximately 26.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 3.7 miles from the school to the zone's edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cornwall Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cornwall Elementary School's student population of 541 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
541 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Cornwall Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cornwall Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#591 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
18%
16%
Black
2%
14%
White
71%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cornwall Elementary School's ranking?
Cornwall Elementary School is ranked #591 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Cornwall Elementary School often compared to?
Cornwall Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Annville Elementary School, Cleona Elementary School, Northwest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Cornwall Elementary School?
541 students attend Cornwall Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Cornwall Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cornwall Elementary School?
Cornwall Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cornwall Elementary School offer ?
Cornwall Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cornwall Elementary School part of?
Cornwall Elementary School is part of Cornwall-Lebanon School District.
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