Serving 470 students in grades 3-5, Dingman-delaware Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 47% (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 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Dingman-Delaware El Sch serves the southwest part of Dingmans Ferry, PA, covering an area of approximately 31.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone being 6.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dingman-delaware Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dingman-delaware Elementary School's student population of 470 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
470 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dingman-delaware 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 Dingman-delaware Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#812 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dingman-delaware Elementary School's ranking?
Dingman-delaware Elementary School is ranked #812 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Dingman-delaware Elementary School often compared to?
Dingman-delaware Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dingman-delaware Primary School, Shohola Elementary School, Delaware Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% 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 Dingman-delaware Elementary School?
470 students attend Dingman-delaware Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Dingman-delaware Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dingman-delaware Elementary School?
Dingman-delaware Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dingman-delaware Elementary School offer ?
Dingman-delaware Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dingman-delaware Elementary School part of?
Dingman-delaware Elementary School is part of Delaware Valley School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My sons are in the fifth and third grades. The curriculum is demanding, so watch out. I highly recommend this school, as well as Dingman Delaware Primary School, to anyone looking to move to Pike County.
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