Serving 444 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Thomas Fitzwater Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 71% (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 39% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas Fitzwater Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Thomas Fitzwater Elementary School's student population of 444 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
444 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thomas Fitzwater Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Fitzwater Elementary School is 0.59, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#528 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
13%
14%
White
61%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Thomas Fitzwater Elementary School's ranking?
Thomas Fitzwater Elementary School is ranked #528 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Thomas Fitzwater Elementary School often compared to?
Thomas Fitzwater Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Copper Beech School by visitors of our site.
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 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Thomas Fitzwater Elementary School?
444 students attend Thomas Fitzwater Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Thomas Fitzwater Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas Fitzwater Elementary School?
Thomas Fitzwater Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Thomas Fitzwater Elementary School offer ?
Thomas Fitzwater Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Thomas Fitzwater Elementary School part of?
Thomas Fitzwater Elementary School is part of Upper Dublin School District.
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