Serving 615 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Penn Wynne 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 84% (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 46% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 615 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Penn Wynne School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Penn Wynne School's student population of 615 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
615 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Penn Wynne 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 Penn Wynne School is 0.66, 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
#73 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
5%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
13%
14%
White
54%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
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 Penn Wynne School's ranking?
Penn Wynne School is ranked #73 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Penn Wynne School often compared to?
Penn Wynne Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Penn Valley School, Gladwyne 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 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Penn Wynne School?
615 students attend Penn Wynne School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Penn Wynne School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Penn Wynne School?
Penn Wynne School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Penn Wynne School offer ?
Penn Wynne School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Penn Wynne School part of?
Penn Wynne School is part of Lower Merion School District.
In what neighborhood is Penn Wynne School located?
Penn Wynne School is located in the Penn Wynne neighborhood of Wynnewood, PA.
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