Serving 811 students in grades 4-5, Colonial 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 67% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 811 students
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 84% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colonial Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Colonial Elementary School's student population of 811 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
811 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Colonial 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 Colonial Elementary School is 0.48, which is less 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
#377 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
9%
14%
White
71%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colonial Elementary School's ranking?
Colonial Elementary School is ranked #377 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Colonial Elementary School often compared to?
Colonial Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lower Pottsgrove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Colonial Elementary School?
811 students attend Colonial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Colonial Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What grades does Colonial Elementary School offer ?
Colonial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Colonial Elementary School part of?
Colonial Elementary School is part of Colonial School District.
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