Serving 418 students in grades 2-5, Schuylkill Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 66% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (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 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Schuylkill Elementary School serves the southeast part of Phoenixville, PA, covering an area of approximately 9.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Schuylkill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Schuylkill Elementary School's student population of 418 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
418 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Schuylkill Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Schuylkill 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
#362 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
12%
16%
Black
5%
14%
White
75%
60%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Schuylkill Elementary School's ranking?
Schuylkill Elementary School is ranked #362 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Schuylkill Elementary School often compared to?
Schuylkill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barkley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Schuylkill Elementary School?
418 students attend Schuylkill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Schuylkill Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Schuylkill Elementary School?
Schuylkill Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Schuylkill Elementary School offer ?
Schuylkill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Schuylkill Elementary School part of?
Schuylkill Elementary School is part of Phoenixville Area School District.
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