Serving 473 students in grades 1-5, New Garden Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher 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 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: New Garden El Sch serves the southwest part of Toughkenamon, PA, covering an area of approximately 12.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the edge of the zone, extending up to 3.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Garden Elementary School's student population of 473 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
473 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Garden 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 New Garden Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#1090 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
36%
16%
Black
2%
14%
White
57%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Garden Elementary School's ranking?
New Garden Elementary School is ranked #1090 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are New Garden Elementary School often compared to?
New Garden Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bancroft Elementary School, Greenwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend New Garden Elementary School?
473 students attend New Garden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of New Garden Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Garden Elementary School?
New Garden Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Garden Elementary School offer ?
New Garden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Garden Elementary School part of?
New Garden Elementary School is part of Kennett Consolidated School District.
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