Serving 439 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rose Tree Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Rose Tree El Sch serves the northern part of its school district in Media, PA, covering an area of approximately 9.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 2 miles, and the furthest edge located 5.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rose Tree Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rose Tree Elementary School's student population of 439 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
439 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1955
School Rankings
Rose Tree Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rose Tree Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#26 out of 2733 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
4%
14%
White
75%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.8%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rose Tree Elementary School's ranking?
Rose Tree Elementary School is ranked #26 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Rose Tree Elementary School often compared to?
Rose Tree Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Media Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Rose Tree Elementary School?
439 students attend Rose Tree Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Rose Tree Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rose Tree Elementary School?
Rose Tree Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rose Tree Elementary School offer ?
Rose Tree Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rose Tree Elementary School part of?
Rose Tree Elementary School is part of Rose Tree Media School District.
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