Serving 553 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cornwall Terrace Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Cornwall Terrace El Sch serves the southeast part of Reading, PA, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cornwall Terrace Elementary School's student population of 553 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
553 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Cornwall Terrace Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cornwall Terrace Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#1332 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
37%
16%
Black
12%
14%
White
41%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cornwall Terrace Elementary School's ranking?
Cornwall Terrace Elementary School is ranked #1332 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Cornwall Terrace Elementary School often compared to?
Cornwall Terrace Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whitfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Cornwall Terrace Elementary School?
553 students attend Cornwall Terrace Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Cornwall Terrace Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cornwall Terrace Elementary School?
Cornwall Terrace Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cornwall Terrace Elementary School offer ?
Cornwall Terrace Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cornwall Terrace Elementary School part of?
Cornwall Terrace Elementary School is part of Wilson School District.
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