Serving 482 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pfaff Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 56% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Pfaff Elementary School serves the southwest part of Quakertown, PA, covering an area of approximately 21.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area, and the furthest edge being 4.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pfaff Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pfaff Elementary School's student population of 482 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
482 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pfaff 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 Pfaff Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#972 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pfaff Elementary School's ranking?
Pfaff Elementary School is ranked #972 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pfaff Elementary School?
482 students attend Pfaff Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Pfaff Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pfaff Elementary School?
Pfaff Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pfaff Elementary School offer ?
Pfaff Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pfaff Elementary School part of?
Pfaff Elementary School is part of Quakertown Community School District.
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