Serving 499 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Primos Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Primos El Sch serves the southern part of Clifton Heights, PA, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Primos Elementary School's student population of 499 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
499 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Primos Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Primos Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#1872 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
47%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
5%
3%
Showing 2009–2018. 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 Primos Elementary School's ranking?
Primos Elementary School is ranked #1872 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Primos Elementary School often compared to?
Primos Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Upper Darby Kdg Center, Hillcrest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Primos Elementary School?
499 students attend Primos Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Primos Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Primos Elementary School?
Primos Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Primos Elementary School offer ?
Primos Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Primos Elementary School part of?
Primos Elementary School is part of Upper Darby School District.
In what neighborhood is Primos Elementary School located?
Primos Elementary School is located in the Secane neighborhood of Clifton Heights, PA.
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