Serving 379 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Broad Street 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% 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: 379 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Broad Street 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
Student Attention
School Overview
West Broad Street Elementary School's student population of 379 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
379 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
School Rankings
West Broad Street 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 West Broad Street Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#393 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
21%
15%
Black
4%
14%
White
64%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
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 West Broad Street Elementary School's ranking?
West Broad Street Elementary School is ranked #393 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are West Broad Street Elementary School often compared to?
West Broad Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vernfield Elementary School, Franconia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend West Broad Street Elementary School?
379 students attend West Broad Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of West Broad Street Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Broad Street Elementary School?
West Broad Street Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Broad Street Elementary School offer ?
West Broad Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Broad Street Elementary School part of?
West Broad Street Elementary School is part of Souderton Area School District.
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