Serving 521 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Maureen M Welch Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (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 15% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Maureen M Welch El Sch serves the southwest part of Southampton, PA, covering an area of approximately 6.3 square miles. Most students typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maureen M Welch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Maureen M Welch Elementary School's student population of 521 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
521 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Maureen M Welch Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maureen M Welch Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#744 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
1%
14%
White
85%
60%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maureen M Welch Elementary School's ranking?
Maureen M Welch Elementary School is ranked #744 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Maureen M Welch Elementary School often compared to?
Maureen M Welch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillcrest Elementary School, Mcdonald Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% 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 Maureen M Welch Elementary School?
521 students attend Maureen M Welch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Maureen M Welch Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maureen M Welch Elementary School?
Maureen M Welch Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maureen M Welch Elementary School offer ?
Maureen M Welch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Maureen M Welch Elementary School part of?
Maureen M Welch Elementary School is part of Council Rock School District.
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