Serving 569 students in grades 5-6, Elkins Park School ranks in the bottom 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 was 48% (which was higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 50% (which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 was lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 75% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
569 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Campus Size
10 acres
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#1468 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
8%
16%
Black
55%
14%
White
25%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elkins Park School's ranking?
Elkins Park School is ranked #1468 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Elkins Park School?
569 students attend Elkins Park School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Elkins Park School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elkins Park School?
Elkins Park School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elkins Park School offer ?
Elkins Park School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elkins Park School part of?
Elkins Park School is part of Cheltenham School District.
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