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#2132 of 2,846 schools in PA
East Lansdowne EL Sch
Elementary School · William Penn SD
401 Emerson Ave, East Lansdowne, PA 19050
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,132 of 2,846
In district
#5 of 10
William Penn SD
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East Lansdowne EL Sch
Elementary School in East Lansdowne · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About East Lansdowne EL Sch
East Lansdowne EL Sch is a public elementary school in East Lansdowne, PA, part of William Penn SD. East Lansdowne EL Sch serves approximately 286 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. East Lansdowne EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,132 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for East Lansdowne EL Sch show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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East Lansdowne EL Sch — Students at East Lansdowne EL Sch score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 38 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 5.4/10.
How East Lansdowne EL Sch Compares
See how East Lansdowne EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
401 Emerson Ave, East Lansdowne, PA 19050
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East Lansdowne EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LANSDOWNE FRIENDS SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Lansdowne), which scores notably higher. Another option is Vision Academy CS (rated 7.5/10, 0.2 miles away, in nearby Lansdowne), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SS. CYRIL & PHILOMENA SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Lansdowne), which scores notably higher. For more schools in East Lansdowne, see our East Lansdowne schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Vision Academy CS Lansdowne | 0.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Stonehurst Hills El Sch Upper Darby | 0.5 mi | 2.9 |
| Penn Wood HS Lansdowne | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| SS. CYRIL & PHILOMENA SCHOOL Lansdowne | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| LANSDOWNE FRIENDS SCHOOL Lansdowne | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Bywood El Sch Upper Darby | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Beverly Hills MS Upper Darby | 0.8 mi | 2.5 |
| W B Evans El Sch Yeadon | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy Yeadon | 0.9 mi | — |
| Ardmore Avenue El Sch Lansdowne | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Anderson Add B Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| MONSIGNOR BONNER & ARCHBISHOP PRENDERGAST HS Drexel Hill | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Park Lane El Sch Darby | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Motivation HS Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Bryant William C Sch Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Bell Avenue School Yeadon | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Upper Darby SHS Drexel Hill | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| KIDS WORLD CHRISTIAN EDU CENTER Philadelphia | 1.5 mi | — |
| Charles Kelly El Sch Drexel Hill | 1.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Penn Wood MS Darby | 1.8 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19050 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,517
Median Home Value
$188,700
Median Rent
$1,166/mo
Population
28,819
College Educated
30.4%
Homeownership
62.6%
Avg Commute
33.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
42.6
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|---|---|
| Hooverville El Sch Waynesboro, PA | 5.0 |
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| Montgomery El Sch Mercersburg, PA | 5.0 |
| New Bloomfield El Sch New Bloomfield, PA | 5.0 |
| Pittsburgh Weil K-5 Pittsburgh, PA | 5.0 |
| Samuel Gompers Sch Philadelphia, PA | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East Lansdowne EL Sch
What grades does East Lansdowne EL Sch serve?
East Lansdowne EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend East Lansdowne EL Sch?
East Lansdowne EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 286 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East Lansdowne EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at East Lansdowne EL Sch is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does East Lansdowne EL Sch rank in PA?
East Lansdowne EL Sch ranks #2,132 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is East Lansdowne EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
East Lansdowne EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 East Lansdowne EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, East Lansdowne EL Sch has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is East Lansdowne EL Sch a charter school?
No, East Lansdowne EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is East Lansdowne EL Sch a Title I school?
No, East Lansdowne EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East Lansdowne EL Sch?
100.0% of students at East Lansdowne EL 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 286
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Delaware County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.8%
- Phone
- (610) 626-2415
Resources & Links
District
William Penn SD- District Enrollment
- 4,547
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,485
- District Rank
- #5 of 10
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