Serving 562 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Skippack 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 67% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Skippack 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
Skippack Elementary School's student population of 562 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
562 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Skippack 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 Skippack Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#208 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
4%
14%
White
80%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Skippack Elementary School's ranking?
Skippack Elementary School is ranked #208 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Skippack Elementary School often compared to?
Skippack Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Skippack Elementary School?
562 students attend Skippack Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Skippack Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Skippack Elementary School?
Skippack Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Skippack Elementary School offer ?
Skippack Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Skippack Elementary School part of?
Skippack Elementary School is part of Perkiomen Valley School District.
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