Serving 573 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Walton Farm Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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 43% 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: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 573 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walton Farm Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Walton Farm Elementary School's student population of 573 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
573 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walton Farm Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walton Farm Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#652 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
5%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
8%
14%
White
57%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
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 Walton Farm Elementary School's ranking?
Walton Farm Elementary School is ranked #652 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Walton Farm Elementary School often compared to?
Walton Farm Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gwynedd Square Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Walton Farm Elementary School?
573 students attend Walton Farm Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Walton Farm Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walton Farm Elementary School?
Walton Farm Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Walton Farm Elementary School offer ?
Walton Farm Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Walton Farm Elementary School part of?
Walton Farm Elementary School is part of North Penn School District.
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