Trafford Elementary School

Serving 190 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Trafford Elementary 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (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 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 190 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 20%
  • : Top 5% in PA
  • : 75-79% (Top 5%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 10%)
  • : ≥90% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Trafford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

School Overview

Trafford Elementary School's student population of 190 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
190 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers

School Rankings

Trafford Elementary 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 Trafford Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (PA)
#88 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
75-79%
38%
80-84%
55%
≥90%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
7%
14%
White
80%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.35
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Trafford Elementary School's ranking?
Trafford Elementary School is ranked #88 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Trafford Elementary School often compared to?
Trafford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Level Green Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Trafford Elementary School?
190 students attend Trafford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Trafford Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Trafford Elementary School?
Trafford Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Trafford Elementary School offer ?
Trafford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Trafford Elementary School part of?
Trafford Elementary School is part of Penn-Trafford School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 190 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 20%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 75-79% (Top 5%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 10%)
  • : ≥90% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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