Serving 404 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Jenkintown 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 64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
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: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jenkintown 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
Jenkintown Elementary School's student population of 404 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
404 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jenkintown 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 Jenkintown 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
#432 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
10%
14%
White
71%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jenkintown Elementary School's ranking?
Jenkintown Elementary School is ranked #432 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Jenkintown Elementary School often compared to?
Jenkintown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springfield Twp El Sch-enfield, Conshohocken Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Jenkintown Elementary School?
404 students attend Jenkintown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Jenkintown Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jenkintown Elementary School?
Jenkintown Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jenkintown Elementary School offer ?
Jenkintown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Jenkintown Elementary School part of?
Jenkintown Elementary School is part of Jenkintown School District.
In what neighborhood is Jenkintown Elementary School located?
Jenkintown Elementary School is located in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood of Jenkintown, PA.
School Reviews
2 9/1/2010
Previously I would have recommended this school due to the small class size. However the current clas size has doubled to 24 per class previously 13 as advertized on this site. Quite a difference. I would love to say that there are now more activities for all these additional students however it is just now a small school with very little budget and overcrowded classes. I hope it does not suffer the same fate as Cheltehem . the general population of Jenkintown leaves something to be desired, the small classes were the only benefits to living here. I have transferred both my kids to private school
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