Serving 369 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kunkel 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 62% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Kunkel El Sch serves the northern part of Middletown, PA, encompassing an area of approximately 10.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kunkel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Kunkel Elementary School's student population of 369 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
369 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kunkel 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 Kunkel Elementary School is 0.60, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#997 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
19%
16%
Black
6%
14%
White
59%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kunkel Elementary School's ranking?
Kunkel Elementary School is ranked #997 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Kunkel Elementary School often compared to?
Kunkel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fink Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Kunkel Elementary School?
369 students attend Kunkel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Kunkel Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kunkel Elementary School?
Kunkel Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kunkel Elementary School offer ?
Kunkel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kunkel Elementary School part of?
Kunkel Elementary School is part of Middletown Area School District.
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