Serving 554 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Kulp Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 47% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), 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: 554 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kulp Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Kulp Elementary School's student population of 554 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
554 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kulp 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 Kulp Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#800 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
17%
5%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
9%
14%
White
53%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kulp Elementary School's ranking?
Kulp Elementary School is ranked #800 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?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Kulp Elementary School?
554 students attend Kulp Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Kulp Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kulp Elementary School?
Kulp Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kulp Elementary School offer ?
Kulp Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Kulp Elementary School part of?
Kulp Elementary School is part of North Penn School District.
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