Serving 480 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Whitemarsh Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whitemarsh Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Whitemarsh Elementary School's student population of 480 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
480 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Whitemarsh 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 Whitemarsh Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#180 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
3%
14%
White
81%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whitemarsh Elementary School's ranking?
Whitemarsh Elementary School is ranked #180 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Whitemarsh Elementary School often compared to?
Whitemarsh Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridge Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Whitemarsh Elementary School?
480 students attend Whitemarsh Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Whitemarsh Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What grades does Whitemarsh Elementary School offer ?
Whitemarsh Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Whitemarsh Elementary School part of?
Whitemarsh Elementary School is part of Colonial School District.
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