Serving 512 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pocopson Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (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 23% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pocopson 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
Pocopson Elementary School's student population of 512 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
512 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pocopson Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pocopson Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#40 out of 2549 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
2%
14%
White
77%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
50%
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 Pocopson Elementary School's ranking?
Pocopson Elementary School is ranked #40 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pocopson Elementary School often compared to?
Pocopson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillendale Elementary School, Chadds Ford Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pocopson Elementary School?
512 students attend Pocopson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Pocopson Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pocopson Elementary School?
Pocopson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pocopson Elementary School offer ?
Pocopson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pocopson Elementary School part of?
Pocopson Elementary School is part of Unionville-Chadds Ford SD School District.
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