Serving 470 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Maple Glen Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (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 25% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maple Glen 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
Maple Glen Elementary School's student population of 470 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
470 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Maple Glen Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maple Glen Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#246 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
4%
14%
White
75%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
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 Maple Glen Elementary School's ranking?
Maple Glen Elementary School is ranked #246 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Maple Glen Elementary School often compared to?
Maple Glen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jarrettown Elementary School, Fort Washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Maple Glen Elementary School?
470 students attend Maple Glen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Maple Glen Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maple Glen Elementary School?
Maple Glen Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maple Glen Elementary School offer ?
Maple Glen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Maple Glen Elementary School part of?
Maple Glen Elementary School is part of Upper Dublin School District.
School Reviews
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