Serving 451 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Glen Acres Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (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 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% 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-5
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Glen Acres Elementary School serves the eastern part of West Chester, PA, covering an area of approximately 4 square miles. Most students live within a 1.3-mile average distance from the school, and the furthest edge is about 3.1 miles away, making for typical drive times of 5 to 10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glen Acres Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Glen Acres Elementary School's student population of 451 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
451 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1967
School Rankings
Glen Acres Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glen Acres Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#421 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
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)
≥95%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
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
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Glen Acres Elementary School's ranking?
Glen Acres Elementary School is ranked #421 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Glen Acres Elementary School often compared to?
Glen Acres Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Unionville Elementary School, Garnet Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% 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 Glen Acres Elementary School?
451 students attend Glen Acres Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Glen Acres Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glen Acres Elementary School?
Glen Acres Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Glen Acres Elementary School offer ?
Glen Acres Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Glen Acres Elementary School part of?
Glen Acres Elementary School is part of West Chester Area School District.
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