Serving 523 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Culbertson 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 78% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 523 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Culbertson El Sch serves the northwest part of Newtown Square, PA, covering an area of approximately 9.9 square miles. Most families can expect to drive to the school in about 5 to 10 minutes, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located around 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Culbertson 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
Culbertson Elementary School's student population of 523 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
523 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Motto
I will be a good school citizen. I will be a quality worker. I will practice self-control.
School Rankings
Culbertson 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 Culbertson Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#216 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
2%
14%
White
86%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)0.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Culbertson Elementary School's ranking?
Culbertson Elementary School is ranked #216 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Culbertson Elementary School often compared to?
Culbertson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Russell 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 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Culbertson Elementary School?
523 students attend Culbertson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Culbertson Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Culbertson Elementary School?
Culbertson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Culbertson Elementary School offer ?
Culbertson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Culbertson Elementary School part of?
Culbertson Elementary School is part of Marple Newtown School District.
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