Waterford Elementary School

323 Cherry Street
Waterford, PA 16441
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 353 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Waterford Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 353 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 6%
  • : Top 20% in PA
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 30%)
  • : 70-79% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

Waterford Elementary School's student population of 353 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
353 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026

School Rankings

Waterford Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waterford Elementary School is 0.12, 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)
#442 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
65-69%
38%
65-69%
55%
70-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
n/a
14%
White
94%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.12
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Waterford Elementary School's ranking?
Waterford Elementary School is ranked #442 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Waterford Elementary School often compared to?
Waterford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robison Elementary School, Mill Village Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Waterford Elementary School?
353 students attend Waterford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Waterford Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waterford Elementary School?
Waterford Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Waterford Elementary School offer ?
Waterford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waterford Elementary School part of?
Waterford Elementary School is part of Fort Leboeuf School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 353 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 6%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 30%)
  • : 70-79% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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