Serving 560 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Swarthmore-rutledge School ranks in the top 5% 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 85% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swarthmore-rutledge 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
Swarthmore-rutledge School's student population of 560 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
560 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Swarthmore-rutledge School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Swarthmore-rutledge 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
#45 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
4%
16%
Black
4%
14%
White
78%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
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 Swarthmore-rutledge School's ranking?
Swarthmore-rutledge School is ranked #45 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Swarthmore-rutledge School often compared to?
Swarthmore-rutledge Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wallingford Elementary School, Nether Providence Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Swarthmore-rutledge School?
560 students attend Swarthmore-rutledge School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Swarthmore-rutledge School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Swarthmore-rutledge School?
Swarthmore-rutledge School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Swarthmore-rutledge School offer ?
Swarthmore-rutledge School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Swarthmore-rutledge School part of?
Swarthmore-rutledge School is part of Wallingford-Swarthmore School District.
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