Serving 275 students in grades 1-5, Walter M Senkow Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walter M Senkow Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Walter M Senkow Elementary School's student population of 275 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
275 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walter M Senkow Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walter M Senkow Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#2031 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
49%
5%
Hispanic
29%
14%
Black
16%
14%
White
2%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walter M Senkow Elementary School's ranking?
Walter M Senkow Elementary School is ranked #2031 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Walter M Senkow Elementary School?
275 students attend Walter M Senkow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Walter M Senkow Elementary School students are Asian, 29% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walter M Senkow Elementary School?
Walter M Senkow Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Walter M Senkow Elementary School offer ?
Walter M Senkow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Walter M Senkow Elementary School part of?
Walter M Senkow Elementary School is part of Upper Darby School District.
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