Serving 486 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Joseph E Ferderbar Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Joseph E Ferderbar Elementary School serves the southwest part of Feasterville Trevose, PA, covering an area of approximately 3.6 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge located about 1.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph E Ferderbar Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Joseph E Ferderbar Elementary School's student population of 486 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
486 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Joseph E Ferderbar 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 Joseph E Ferderbar Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#888 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
14%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
64%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
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)7.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Joseph E Ferderbar Elementary School's ranking?
Joseph E Ferderbar Elementary School is ranked #888 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Joseph E Ferderbar Elementary School often compared to?
Joseph E Ferderbar Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tawanka Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Joseph E Ferderbar Elementary School?
486 students attend Joseph E Ferderbar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Joseph E Ferderbar Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph E Ferderbar Elementary School?
Joseph E Ferderbar Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Joseph E Ferderbar Elementary School offer ?
Joseph E Ferderbar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Joseph E Ferderbar Elementary School part of?
Joseph E Ferderbar Elementary School is part of Neshaminy School District.
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