Serving 556 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Gladwyne School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 94% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Gladwyne School serves the northwest part of Gladwyne, PA, covering an area of approximately 12.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gladwyne 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
Gladwyne School's student population of 556 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
556 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1958
Campus Size
11 acres
School Motto
Enter to Learn, Go Forth to Serve
School Rankings
Gladwyne School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gladwyne School is 0.44, 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
#16 out of 2733 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. 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 Gladwyne School's ranking?
Gladwyne School is ranked #16 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Gladwyne School often compared to?
Gladwyne Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Penn Valley School, Penn Wynne School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Gladwyne School?
556 students attend Gladwyne School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Gladwyne School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gladwyne School?
Gladwyne School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gladwyne School offer ?
Gladwyne School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gladwyne School part of?
Gladwyne School is part of Lower Merion School District.
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