Serving 438 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hallowell Elementary School ranks in the top 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 is 47% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Hallowell Elementary School serves the southeast part of Horsham, PA, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Families in this attendance zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge reaching about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hallowell Elementary School's student population of 438 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
438 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hallowell Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hallowell 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
#975 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
17%
16%
Black
5%
14%
White
68%
60%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hallowell Elementary School's ranking?
Hallowell Elementary School is ranked #975 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Hallowell Elementary School often compared to?
Hallowell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Simmons Elementary School, Paul V Fly Elementary School, Blair Mill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Hallowell Elementary School?
438 students attend Hallowell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Hallowell Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hallowell Elementary School?
Hallowell Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hallowell Elementary School offer ?
Hallowell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hallowell Elementary School part of?
Hallowell Elementary School is part of Hatboro-Horsham School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This is a better school in horsham .
3 10/10/2025
I did not enjoy going to this school. :(
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