Serving 476 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Quarry Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Quarry Hill 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
Quarry Hill Elementary School's student population of 476 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
476 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Quarry Hill 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 Quarry Hill Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#187 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
2%
14%
White
82%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Quarry Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Quarry Hill Elementary School is ranked #187 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Quarry Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Quarry Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Afton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Quarry Hill Elementary School?
476 students attend Quarry Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Quarry Hill Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Quarry Hill Elementary School?
Quarry Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Quarry Hill Elementary School offer ?
Quarry Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Quarry Hill Elementary School part of?
Quarry Hill Elementary School is part of Pennsbury School District.
School Reviews
5 4/19/2008
The teachers really care about their students and you can tell. It has a very friendly enviornment and the facilities are nice. Parents are always willing to help. Most of the teachers are fun and energetic.
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