Serving 616 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Gwynedd Square Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 62% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (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 43% 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: 616 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gwynedd Square Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Gwynedd Square Elementary School's student population of 616 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
616 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gwynedd Square Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gwynedd Square Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#563 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
22%
5%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
9%
14%
White
57%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
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 Gwynedd Square Elementary School's ranking?
Gwynedd Square Elementary School is ranked #563 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Gwynedd Square Elementary School?
616 students attend Gwynedd Square Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Gwynedd Square Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gwynedd Square Elementary School?
Gwynedd Square Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gwynedd Square Elementary School offer ?
Gwynedd Square Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Gwynedd Square Elementary School part of?
Gwynedd Square Elementary School is part of North Penn School District.
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