Serving 369 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Richboro Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 62% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 14% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richboro Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Richboro Elementary School's student population of 369 students has declined by 7% 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
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
369 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Richboro Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richboro Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#832 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
n/a
14%
White
86%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richboro Elementary School's ranking?
Richboro Elementary School is ranked #832 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Richboro Elementary School?
369 students attend Richboro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Richboro Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richboro Elementary School?
Richboro Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Richboro Elementary School offer ?
Richboro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Richboro Elementary School part of?
Richboro Elementary School is part of Council Rock School District.
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