Serving 254 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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Wallenpaupack South El Sch serves the southwest part of its school district in Newfoundland, PA, covering an area of approximately 140.4 square miles. Families typically live within a 10-15 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 7.2 miles to the zone's edge and some residents located up to 17.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wallenpaupack South Elementary School's student population of 254 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
254 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
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 0.31, 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
#1344 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
82%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
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?
254 students attend Wallenpaupack South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Wallenpaupack South Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 2% 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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