Serving 325 students in grades 1-8, Tinicum School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 33% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tinicum School's student population of 325 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
325 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Tinicum School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tinicum School is 0.53, 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
#1386 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
6%
16%
Black
12%
14%
White
67%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.2%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
59%
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 Tinicum School's ranking?
Tinicum School is ranked #1386 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Tinicum School?
325 students attend Tinicum School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Tinicum School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tinicum School?
Tinicum School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tinicum School offer ?
Tinicum School offers enrollment in grades 1-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tinicum School part of?
Tinicum School is part of Interboro School District.
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