Serving 465 students in grades Kindergarten-6, General Nash 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 75% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: General Nash El Sch serves the west part of Harleysville, PA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 3.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
General Nash 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
General Nash Elementary School's student population of 465 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
465 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Ensure Belonging. Elevate Learning. Engage Community. Exceed Expectations.
School Rankings
General Nash 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 General Nash Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#225 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
15%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
16%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
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)7.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
2%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 24-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 General Nash Elementary School's ranking?
General Nash Elementary School is ranked #225 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend General Nash Elementary School?
465 students attend General Nash Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of General Nash Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of General Nash Elementary School?
General Nash Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does General Nash Elementary School offer ?
General Nash Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is General Nash Elementary School part of?
General Nash Elementary School is part of North Penn School District.
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