Serving 135 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Tinicum Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 135 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tinicum El Sch serves the southeast part of Pipersville, PA, covering an area of approximately 31 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school and an average distance of 3.2 miles to the zone's edge. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 5.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tinicum Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Tinicum Elementary School's student population of 135 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
135 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tinicum Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tinicum Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#581 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tinicum Elementary School's ranking?
Tinicum Elementary School is ranked #581 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Tinicum Elementary School often compared to?
Tinicum Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Durham-nockamixon Elementary School, Springfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Tinicum Elementary School?
135 students attend Tinicum Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Tinicum Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tinicum Elementary School?
Tinicum Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tinicum Elementary School offer ?
Tinicum Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tinicum Elementary School part of?
Tinicum Elementary School is part of Palisades School District.
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