Serving 531 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gilbertsville Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilbertsville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gilbertsville Elementary School's student population of 531 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
531 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gilbertsville Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gilbertsville Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#1120 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
4%
14%
White
82%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
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 Gilbertsville Elementary School's ranking?
Gilbertsville Elementary School is ranked #1120 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Gilbertsville Elementary School often compared to?
Gilbertsville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Hanover-upper Frederick Elementary School, Gladwyne School, Boyertown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Gilbertsville Elementary School?
531 students attend Gilbertsville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Gilbertsville Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gilbertsville Elementary School?
Gilbertsville Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gilbertsville Elementary School offer ?
Gilbertsville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gilbertsville Elementary School part of?
Gilbertsville Elementary School is part of Boyertown Area School District.
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