William Penn Elementary School serves 358 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
358 students
Showing 1997–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (04-05)
23 teachers
Showing 1996–2005. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Hispanic
5%
16%
Showing 1997–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
94%
14%
Showing 1997–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
60%
Showing 1997–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 1997–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend William Penn Elementary School?
358 students attend William Penn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of William Penn Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does William Penn Elementary School offer ?
William Penn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is William Penn Elementary School part of?
William Penn Elementary School is part of Chester-Upland School District.
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