Serving 509 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ithan Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (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 36% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ithan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ithan Elementary School's student population of 509 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
509 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ithan Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ithan Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#29 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
5%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
3%
14%
White
64%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ithan Elementary School's ranking?
Ithan Elementary School is ranked #29 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Ithan Elementary School often compared to?
Ithan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Radnor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Ithan Elementary School?
509 students attend Ithan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Ithan Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ithan Elementary School?
Ithan Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ithan Elementary School offer ?
Ithan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ithan Elementary School part of?
Ithan Elementary School is part of Radnor Township School District.
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