Serving 336 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Pequea 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% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Pequea Elementary School serves the northeast part of Willow Street, PA, covering an attendance area of approximately 11.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pequea Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pequea Elementary School's student population of 336 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
336 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Pequea 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 Pequea Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#699 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
22%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
6%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
66%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pequea Elementary School's ranking?
Pequea Elementary School is ranked #699 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pequea Elementary School often compared to?
Pequea Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Donegal Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pequea Elementary School?
336 students attend Pequea Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Pequea Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pequea Elementary School?
Pequea Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pequea Elementary School offer ?
Pequea Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pequea Elementary School part of?
Pequea Elementary School is part of Penn Manor School District.
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