Serving 438 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Penn Wood Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 72% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). 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 20% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Penn Wood El Sch serves the southeast part of West Chester, PA, covering an area of approximately 9 square miles. Families can typically expect a 5 to 10-minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 4.4 miles away.
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Penn Wood Elementary School's student population of 438 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
438 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Average Class Size
23 students
School Rankings
Penn Wood 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 Penn Wood Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#362 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
80%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Penn Wood Elementary School's ranking?
Penn Wood Elementary School is ranked #362 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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?
438 students attend Penn Wood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Penn Wood Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 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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