Serving 512 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kernsville School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Kernsville School serves the southwest part of Orefield, PA, covering an area of approximately 12 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.1 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 4.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kernsville School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kernsville School's student population of 512 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
512 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Kernsville School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kernsville School is 0.57, 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
#99 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
5%
Hispanic
13%
16%
Black
4%
14%
White
63%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
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 Kernsville School's ranking?
Kernsville School is ranked #99 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Kernsville School often compared to?
Kernsville Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fred J. Jaindl Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Kernsville School?
512 students attend Kernsville School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Kernsville School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kernsville School?
Kernsville School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kernsville School offer ?
Kernsville School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kernsville School part of?
Kernsville School is part of Parkland School District.
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