Serving 633 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Knapp Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher 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 53% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 633 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Knapp Elementary School serves the eastern part of Lansdale, PA, covering an area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Knapp Elementary School's student population of 633 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
633 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Knapp 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 Knapp Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#1024 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
21%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
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 Knapp Elementary School's ranking?
Knapp Elementary School is ranked #1024 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Knapp Elementary School?
633 students attend Knapp Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Knapp Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Knapp Elementary School?
Knapp Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Knapp Elementary School offer ?
Knapp Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Knapp Elementary School part of?
Knapp Elementary School is part of North Penn School District.
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