Serving 264 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wallenpaupack South Elementary School ranks in the top 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wallenpaupack South Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Wallenpaupack South Elementary School's student population of 264 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
264 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 31, 2025
School Motto
Excellence for all students
School Mascot
Buckhorns
School Rankings
Wallenpaupack South Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wallenpaupack South Elementary School is 0.37, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1344 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
5%
14%
White
78%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Buckhorns
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wallenpaupack South Elementary School's ranking?
Wallenpaupack South Elementary School is ranked #1344 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Wallenpaupack South Elementary School often compared to?
Wallenpaupack South Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Wallenpaupack South Elementary School?
264 students attend Wallenpaupack South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Wallenpaupack South Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wallenpaupack South Elementary School?
Wallenpaupack South Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wallenpaupack South Elementary School offer ?
Wallenpaupack South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wallenpaupack South Elementary School part of?
Wallenpaupack South Elementary School is part of Wallenpaupack Area School District.
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