Serving 448 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Penn Wood Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 55% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Penn Wood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Penn Wood Elementary School's student population of 448 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
448 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Penn Wood 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 Penn Wood Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#688 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
4%
14%
White
79%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Penn Wood Elementary School's ranking?
Penn Wood Elementary School is ranked #688 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Penn Wood Elementary School?
448 students attend Penn Wood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Penn Wood Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Penn Wood Elementary School?
Penn Wood Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Penn Wood Elementary School offer ?
Penn Wood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Penn Wood Elementary School part of?
Penn Wood Elementary School is part of West Chester Area School District.
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