Serving 484 students in grades Kindergarten-6, North Wales Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 58% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: North Wales El Sch serves the southern part of its school district in North Wales, PA, covering an area of approximately 3.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Wales Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Wales Elementary School's student population of 484 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
484 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Wales Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Wales Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#509 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
7%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
67%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Wales Elementary School's ranking?
North Wales Elementary School is ranked #509 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are North Wales Elementary School often compared to?
North Wales Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montgomery Elementary School, Gwyn-nor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend North Wales Elementary School?
484 students attend North Wales Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of North Wales Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Wales Elementary School?
North Wales Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Wales Elementary School offer ?
North Wales Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Wales Elementary School part of?
North Wales Elementary School is part of North Penn School District.
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