Serving 466 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kings Highway 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 37% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kings Highway Elementary School's student population of 466 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
466 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Kings Highway 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 Kings Highway 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
#1886 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
17%
16%
Black
22%
14%
White
52%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kings Highway Elementary School's ranking?
Kings Highway Elementary School is ranked #1886 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Kings Highway Elementary School often compared to?
Kings Highway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rainbow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Kings Highway Elementary School?
466 students attend Kings Highway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Kings Highway Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kings Highway Elementary School?
Kings Highway Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kings Highway Elementary School offer ?
Kings Highway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kings Highway Elementary School part of?
Kings Highway Elementary School is part of Coatesville Area School District.
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