Serving 320 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Woodlyn Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Woodlyn El Sch serves the southwest part of Woodlyn, PA, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Woodlyn Elementary School's student population of 320 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
320 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Woodlyn Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodlyn Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1687 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
14%
16%
Black
30%
14%
White
39%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.8%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
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
What is Woodlyn Elementary School's ranking?
Woodlyn Elementary School is ranked #1687 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Woodlyn Elementary School often compared to?
Woodlyn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeview Elementary School, Leedom Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Woodlyn Elementary School?
320 students attend Woodlyn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Woodlyn Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woodlyn Elementary School?
Woodlyn Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Woodlyn Elementary School offer ?
Woodlyn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Woodlyn Elementary School part of?
Woodlyn Elementary School is part of Ridley School District.
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