Serving 347 students in grades 1-4, Hancock Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hancock Elementary School's student population of 347 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
347 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Hancock Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hancock Elementary School is 0.65, which is more 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
#2172 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
45%
16%
Black
37%
14%
White
7%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hancock Elementary School's ranking?
Hancock Elementary School is ranked #2172 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Hancock Elementary School often compared to?
Hancock Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cole Manor Elementary School, Davenport Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Hancock Elementary School?
347 students attend Hancock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Hancock Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hancock Elementary School?
Hancock Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hancock Elementary School offer ?
Hancock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hancock Elementary School part of?
Hancock Elementary School is part of Norristown Area School District.
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