Serving 310 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Myers Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Myers Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Myers Elementary School's student population of 310 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
310 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Myers 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 Myers Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#655 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
49%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
22%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
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)7.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Peace Train
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Myers Elementary School's ranking?
Myers Elementary School is ranked #655 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Myers Elementary School often compared to?
Myers Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cheltenham Elementary School, Glenside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Myers Elementary School?
310 students attend Myers Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Myers Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Myers Elementary School?
Myers Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Myers Elementary School offer ?
Myers Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Myers Elementary School part of?
Myers Elementary School is part of Cheltenham School District.
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