Serving 609 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wallingford 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 82% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 609 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Wallingford El Sch serves a central area within its school district in Wallingford, PA, covering approximately 2.7 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wallingford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wallingford Elementary School's student population of 609 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
609 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1971
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wallingford 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 Wallingford Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#28 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
4%
14%
White
78%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wallingford Elementary School's ranking?
Wallingford Elementary School is ranked #28 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Wallingford Elementary School often compared to?
Wallingford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nether Providence Elementary School, Swarthmore-rutledge School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Wallingford Elementary School?
609 students attend Wallingford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Wallingford Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wallingford Elementary School?
Wallingford Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wallingford Elementary School offer ?
Wallingford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wallingford Elementary School part of?
Wallingford Elementary School is part of Wallingford-Swarthmore School District.
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