Serving 418 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Wrightstown 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 71% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wrightstown 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
Wrightstown Elementary School's student population of 418 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
418 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wrightstown 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 Wrightstown Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#345 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
1%
14%
White
85%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wrightstown Elementary School's ranking?
Wrightstown Elementary School is ranked #345 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Wrightstown Elementary School?
418 students attend Wrightstown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Wrightstown Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wrightstown Elementary School?
Wrightstown Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wrightstown Elementary School offer ?
Wrightstown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wrightstown Elementary School part of?
Wrightstown Elementary School is part of Council Rock School District.
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