Excellent
#290 of 2,842 schools in PA
Top 10% in state
Cynwyd Sch
Elementary School · Lower Merion SD
101 W Levering Mill Rd, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
Enrollment
442
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
442
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Bala Cynwyd
#3 of 3
public schools
Pennsylvania elementary schools
#239 of 1,625
In district
#11 of 11
Lower Merion SD
School environment
9.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Cynwyd Sch
Cynwyd Sch is a public elementary school in Bala Cynwyd, PA, part of the Lower Merion SD. The school serves approximately 442 students in grades Kindergarten – 4th with a student-teacher ratio of 12.6:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 89.8th percentile among PA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 84% proficiency in math, 37 points above the state average and 85% in reading/language arts, 31 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.9/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $143,781, where 73% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Cynwyd Sch — Students at Cynwyd Sch score 83% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
14.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 10 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.1/10.
How Cynwyd Sch Compares
See how Cynwyd Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 86% (2019) to 83.9% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 89% (2019) to 82.5% (2024).
Location
101 W Levering Mill Rd, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cynwyd Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Penn Valley Sch (rated 9.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Narberth), which scores notably higher. Another option is Belmont Hills El Sch (rated 9.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Merion El Sch (rated 9.5/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Merion Station), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bala Cynwyd, see our Bala Cynwyd schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19004 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$143,781
Median Home Value
$616,000
Median Rent
$1,791/mo
Population
10,439
College Educated
72.5%
Homeownership
71.7%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
42.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Cynwyd Sch has a median household income of $143,781. It is a well-educated community where 73% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $616,000, with a median rent of $1,791/month. The local poverty rate of 9.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| Bedminster El Sch Perkasie, PA | 8.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cynwyd Sch
What grades does Cynwyd Sch serve?
Cynwyd Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Cynwyd Sch?
Cynwyd Sch has an enrollment of approximately 442 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cynwyd Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Cynwyd Sch is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cynwyd Sch rank in PA?
Cynwyd Sch is ranked #290 out of 2,842 schools in PA.
What is Cynwyd Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Cynwyd Sch has a composite rating of 8.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cynwyd Sch?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Cynwyd Sch has 83.8% math proficiency and 84.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Cynwyd Sch a charter school?
No, Cynwyd Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cynwyd Sch a Title I school?
No, Cynwyd Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cynwyd Sch?
14.7% of students at Cynwyd Sch 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 442
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 14.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Phone
- (610) 645-1430
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Lower Merion SD- District Enrollment
- 8,518
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,428
- District Rank
- #11 of 11
Other Schools in This District
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