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Blair Mill Elementary

Elementary School · Hatboro-Horsham SD

109 Bender Road, Hatboro, PA 19040

Enrollment

392

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#1,922 of 2,846

In Hatboro

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#6 of 6

Hatboro-Horsham SD

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Blair Mill Elementary

5.4/10

Elementary School in Hatboro · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.2/10

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About Blair Mill Elementary

Blair Mill Elementary is a public elementary school in Hatboro, PA, part of Hatboro-Horsham SD. Blair Mill Elementary serves approximately 392 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Blair Mill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,922 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for Blair Mill Elementary show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • PA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54.2% (2024 PSSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency63.9% (2024 PSSA)
Math vs. State Avg+2.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.1 pts
Overall Proficiency59% (2024 PSSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2024 PSSA)
vs. Expected+5.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,934
Chronic Absenteeism13.3%

Blair Mill Elementary — Students at Blair Mill Elementary score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

49.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 63.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
46.0% (2024 PSSA)
ELA Proficiency 72.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
53.3% (2024 PSSA)

Based on 36 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
93%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
98%
ELA
96%
2011
Math
97%
ELA
94%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
90%
2013
Math
91%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
69%
ELA
79%
2015
Math
66%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
60%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
74%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
37.6%
ELA
56.3%
2024
Math
54.8%
ELA
63.6%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.3/10.

How Blair Mill Elementary Compares

See how Blair Mill Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
33th percentile in PA
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
50%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

109 Bender Road, Hatboro, PA 19040

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Blair Mill Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Crooked Billet El Sch (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Upper Moreland El Sch (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST, JOSEPH ST. ROBERT SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Warrington), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hatboro, see our Hatboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Keith Valley MS Horsham 0.7 mi 6.2
THE QUAKER SCHOOL AT HORSHAM Horsham 0.8 mi 7.9
Crooked Billet El Sch Hatboro 0.8 mi 8.9
Hallowell El Sch Horsham 1.2 mi 5.7
GODDARD SCHOOL Horsham 1.4 mi
Upper Moreland El Sch Hatboro 1.5 mi 7.6
ARCHBISHOP WOOD HIGH SCHOOL Warminster 1.7 mi 5.6
Willow Dale El Sch Warminster 1.8 mi 5.4
COMPREHENSIVE LEARNING CENTER Warminster 1.6 mi 6.8
Log College MS Warminster 2.0 mi 5.0
Eastern Center for Arts and Technology Willow Grove 2.0 mi
Upper Moreland MS Hatboro 1.8 mi 5.9
Upper Moreland HS Willow Grove 2.3 mi 8.0
ST, JOSEPH ST. ROBERT SCHOOL Warrington 2.0 mi 6.5
MERAKEY EDUCATION AND AUTISM WARRINGTON Warrington 2.0 mi
KEYSTONE FREEDOM ACADEMY Warminster 2.0 mi 6.4
MONTESSORI CHILDREN HOUSE Warminster 1.9 mi
QUEEN OF ANGELS REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Willow Grove 2.8 mi 6.5
OUR LADY OF CONFIDENCE Willow Grove 2.9 mi 8.0
OUR LADY OF CONFIDENCE Willow Grove 2.9 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,207

Median Home Value

$367,700

Median Rent

$1,657/mo

Population

21,866

College Educated

37.6%

Homeownership

72.5%

Avg Commute

26.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

40.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Blair Mill Elementary

What grades does Blair Mill Elementary serve?

Blair Mill Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Blair Mill Elementary?

Blair Mill Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 392 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Blair Mill Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Blair Mill Elementary is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Blair Mill Elementary rank in PA?

Blair Mill Elementary ranks #1,922 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is Blair Mill Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Blair Mill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Blair Mill Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Blair Mill Elementary has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Blair Mill Elementary a charter school?

No, Blair Mill Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Blair Mill Elementary a Title I school?

No, Blair Mill Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Blair Mill Elementary?

49.5% of students at Blair Mill Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
46 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
49.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.3%

District

Hatboro-Horsham SD
District Enrollment
4,209
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,934
District Rank
#6 of 6

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