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#31 of 2,842 schools in PA

Top 1% in state

Fallsington EL Sch

Elementary School · Pennsbury SD

134 Yardley Ave, Fallsington, PA 19058

Enrollment

266

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

9.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania elementary schools

#26 of 1,625

In district

#2 of 14

Pennsbury SD

Academic growth

9.4 / 10

Exceptional

About Fallsington EL Sch

Fallsington Elementary School is a regular public school serving 266 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Fallsington, Pennsylvania. Part of the Pennsbury School District, it runs a student-teacher ratio of 10.6:1 — meaning teachers work with small groups and can give individual students regular, meaningful attention. The school earns a composite score of 9.3 out of 10, an Exceptional rating anchored by a 9.1 academic score and a 9.4 growth score.

That growth score is the harder number to achieve: it measures year-over-year student progress regardless of starting point. Fallsington ranks #26 of 1,625 elementary schools in Pennsylvania, outperforming 99% of all public schools in the state. Within Pennsbury School District, it holds the #2 spot among 14 schools — making it the top elementary option in the district by this measure.

For parents comparing schools across Pennsbury or casting a wider net, those rankings put Fallsington in rare company. Strong scores on both academic and growth metrics point to a school that consistently moves students forward — a meaningful signal for any family weighing elementary options in the district or beyond.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.4Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.96 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.1Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72.1%
Reading/ELA Proficiency74.3%
Math vs. State Avg+20.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+18.5 pts
Overall Proficiency73%
Expected (poverty-adj.)58%
vs. Expected+15.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.2Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,719

Fallsington EL Sch — Students at Fallsington EL Sch score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

41%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 66.4%
School
State
46.0%
ELA Proficiency 74.4%
School
State
53.3%

Based on 12 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
72%
2024
Math
72.4%
ELA
74.3%

* 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: 9.4/10.

How Fallsington EL Sch Compares

See how Fallsington EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.3/10
99th percentile in PA
Academic
9.1/10
9.1/10
Growth
9.4/10
Above average
Environment
9.2/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
41%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers

Location

134 Yardley Ave, Fallsington, PA 19058

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fallsington EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Edgewood El Sch (rated 9.4/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Yardley), with a very similar rating. Another option is Makefield El Sch (rated 8.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Yardley), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Bucks County Montessori CS (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Fairless Hills), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fallsington, see our Fallsington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fairless Hills 0.4 mi 6.7
Bucks County Montessori CS Fairless Hills 0.7 mi 8.3
Eleanor Roosevelt El Sch Morrisville 0.9 mi 8.1
VALLEY DAY SCHOOL Morrisville 1.0 mi 7.9
Manor El Sch Levittown 1.2 mi 7.3
CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF BUCKS COUNTY Fairless Hills 1.0 mi
Charles H Boehm MS Yardley 1.4 mi 8.1
Pennwood MS Yardley 1.6 mi 8.0
Pennsbury HS Fairless Hills 1.5 mi 6.7
William Penn MS Yardley 1.7 mi 7.8
Penn Valley El Sch Levittown 1.9 mi 6.0
Grandview El Sch Morrisville 1.9 mi 5.5
Makefield El Sch Yardley 2.3 mi 8.6
Morrisville HS Morrisville 2.0 mi 6.2
Morrisville Intermediate Sch Morrisville 2.0 mi 4.8
Oxford Valley El Sch Fairless Hills 1.9 mi 6.5
Walt Disney El Sch Levittown 2.5 mi 7.6
THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Morrisville 2.1 mi
Center for Student Learning CS at Pennsbury Levittown 2.8 mi 5.9
Edgewood El Sch Yardley 2.7 mi 9.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Choconut Valley El Sch Friendsville, PA 9.3
Coudersport Area El Sch Coudersport, PA 9.3
Hilltop El Sch Aston, PA 9.3
Joe Walker El Sch Washington, PA 9.3
Linntown El Sch Lewisburg, PA 9.3
Meyersdale Area El Sch Meyersdale, PA 9.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fallsington EL Sch

What grades does Fallsington EL Sch serve?

Fallsington EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Fallsington EL Sch?

Fallsington EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 266 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fallsington EL Sch?

The student-teacher ratio at Fallsington EL Sch is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fallsington EL Sch rank in PA?

Fallsington EL Sch is ranked #31 out of 2,842 schools in PA.

What is Fallsington EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?

Fallsington EL Sch has a composite rating of 9.3 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 Fallsington EL Sch?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Fallsington EL Sch has 66.4% math proficiency and 74.4% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Fallsington EL Sch a charter school?

No, Fallsington EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Fallsington EL Sch a Title I school?

No, Fallsington EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fallsington EL Sch?

41.0% of students at Fallsington 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
38 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
266
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
41.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bucks County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Pennsbury SD
District Enrollment
9,596
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,211
District Rank
#2 of 14

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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