Serving 629 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Gwyn-nor Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 52% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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 52% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 629 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gwyn-nor Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Gwyn-nor Elementary School's student population of 629 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
629 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Gwyn-nor Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gwyn-nor Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#750 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
28%
5%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
10%
14%
White
48%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gwyn-nor Elementary School's ranking?
Gwyn-nor Elementary School is ranked #750 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Gwyn-nor Elementary School often compared to?
Gwyn-nor Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Wales Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Gwyn-nor Elementary School?
629 students attend Gwyn-nor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Gwyn-nor Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gwyn-nor Elementary School?
Gwyn-nor Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gwyn-nor Elementary School offer ?
Gwyn-nor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gwyn-nor Elementary School part of?
Gwyn-nor Elementary School is part of North Penn School District.
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