Serving 325 students in grades Kindergarten-5, E M Crouthamel 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: E M Crouthamel El Sch serves the eastern part of Souderton, PA, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest distance to the zone's edge being about 1.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
E M Crouthamel Elementary School's student population of 325 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
325 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Effort Makes Champions
School Rankings
E M Crouthamel 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 E M Crouthamel Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#1151 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
28%
16%
Black
8%
14%
White
55%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is E M Crouthamel Elementary School's ranking?
E M Crouthamel Elementary School is ranked #1151 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend E M Crouthamel Elementary School?
325 students attend E M Crouthamel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of E M Crouthamel Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of E M Crouthamel Elementary School?
E M Crouthamel Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does E M Crouthamel Elementary School offer ?
E M Crouthamel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is E M Crouthamel Elementary School part of?
E M Crouthamel Elementary School is part of Souderton Area School District.
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