Serving 206 students in grades Kindergarten-4, William Penn 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 85-89% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (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 18% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William Penn 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
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
William Penn Elementary School's student population of 206 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
206 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
William Penn 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 William Penn Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#29 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
82%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
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 William Penn Elementary School's ranking?
William Penn Elementary School is ranked #29 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are William Penn Elementary School often compared to?
William Penn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Myrtle Ave School, Twin Rivers Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend William Penn Elementary School?
206 students attend William Penn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of William Penn Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William Penn Elementary School?
William Penn Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does William Penn Elementary School offer ?
William Penn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is William Penn Elementary School part of?
William Penn Elementary School is part of Bethel Park School District.
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