Serving 503 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Bridle Path Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (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 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bridle Path Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Bridle Path Elementary School's student population of 503 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
503 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bridle Path 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 Bridle Path Elementary School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#536 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
5%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
6%
14%
White
59%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bridle Path Elementary School's ranking?
Bridle Path Elementary School is ranked #536 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Bridle Path Elementary School?
503 students attend Bridle Path Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Bridle Path Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bridle Path Elementary School?
Bridle Path Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bridle Path Elementary School offer ?
Bridle Path Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Bridle Path Elementary School part of?
Bridle Path Elementary School is part of North Penn School District.
School Reviews
5 4/15/2008
I would reccomend this school highly because of the great faculty, quality of academic programs and cirriculum. I had been at Bridle Path for a few years, and have been thankful for the experience there with teachers, principals, and friends.
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