Serving 449 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Salford Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (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 15% 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: 449 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Salford Hills Elementary School serves the western part of its district in Harleysville, PA, covering an area of approximately 21 square miles. Families in the zone typically have a short drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located 4.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salford Hills 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
Salford Hills Elementary School's student population of 449 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
449 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Salford Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salford Hills Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#153 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salford Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Salford Hills Elementary School is ranked #153 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Salford Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Salford Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Ridge Elementary School, Souderton Cs Collaborative by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Salford Hills Elementary School?
449 students attend Salford Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Salford Hills Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salford Hills Elementary School?
Salford Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Salford Hills Elementary School offer ?
Salford Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Salford Hills Elementary School part of?
Salford Hills Elementary School is part of Souderton Area School District.
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