Very Good
#762 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 27% in state
New Garden Elementary School
Elementary School · Kennett Consolidated SD
265 New Garden Road, Toughkenamon, PA 19374
Enrollment
466
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
7.5
Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
466
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
7.5
Grades
1st – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#762 of 2,846
In district
#1 of 6
Kennett Consolidated SD
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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New Garden Elementary School
Elementary School in Toughkenamon · grades 1st – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About New Garden Elementary School
New Garden Elementary School is a public elementary school in Toughkenamon, PA, part of Kennett Consolidated SD. New Garden Elementary School serves approximately 466 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. New Garden Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #762 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for New Garden Elementary School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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New Garden Elementary School — Students at New Garden Elementary School score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 6.9/10.
How New Garden Elementary School Compares
See how New Garden Elementary School 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
265 New Garden Road, Toughkenamon, PA 19374
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Garden Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Hockessin), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Star Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Hockessin), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Unionville El Sch (rated 8.6/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Kennett Square), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Toughkenamon, see our Toughkenamon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kennett Middle School Landenberg | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Bancroft El Sch Kennett Square | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Mary D Lang Kdg Ctr Kennett Square | 2.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Kennett High School Kennett Square | 2.8 mi | 6.4 |
| CACC MONTESSORI SCHOOL Hockessin | 3.2 mi | — |
| North Star Elementary School Hockessin | 3.5 mi | 8.8 |
| duPont (H.B.) Middle School Hockessin | 3.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Avon Grove CS West Grove | 3.2 mi | 6.1 |
| LONDON GROVE FRIENDS KINDERGARTEN Kennett Square | 4.3 mi | — |
| AVON GROVE NAZARENE ACADEMY West Grove | 3.7 mi | — |
| Avon Grove MS West Grove | 3.7 mi | 5.8 |
| ASSUMPTION BVM SCHOOL West Grove | 3.8 mi | 5.7 |
| THE HOCKESSIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Hockessin | 4.1 mi | 7.4 |
| THE INDEPENDENCE SCHOOL Newark | 4.9 mi | 6.7 |
| LIMESTONE HILLS DAY SCHOOL Wilmington | 4.8 mi | — |
| Unionville HS Kennett Square | 5.3 mi | 9.3 |
| Charles F Patton MS Kennett Square | 5.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Unionville El Sch Kennett Square | 5.9 mi | 8.6 |
| William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary Hockessin | 5.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Linden Hill Elementary School Wilmington | 6.0 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19374 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Home Value
$288,800
Median Rent
$954/mo
Population
732
College Educated
10.3%
Homeownership
73%
Poverty Rate
37.6%
Median Age
22.8
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| Bache-Martin Sch Philadelphia, PA | 7.5 |
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| CASKEY TORAH ACADEMY OF GREATER PHILADELPHIA Wynnewood, PA | 7.5 |
| Coudersport Area El Sch Coudersport, PA | 7.5 |
| Don Gill El Sch Wellsboro, PA | 7.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Garden Elementary School
What grades does New Garden Elementary School serve?
New Garden Elementary School serves students in grades 1st through 5th.
How many students attend New Garden Elementary School?
New Garden Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 466 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Garden Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at New Garden Elementary School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does New Garden Elementary School rank in PA?
New Garden Elementary School ranks #762 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is New Garden Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
New Garden Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 New Garden Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, New Garden Elementary School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is New Garden Elementary School a charter school?
No, New Garden Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is New Garden Elementary School a Title I school?
No, New Garden Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Garden Elementary School?
40.6% of students at New Garden Elementary School 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
- 1st – 5th
- Enrollment
- 466
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Chester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.5%
- Phone
- (610) 268-6900
Resources & Links
District
Kennett Consolidated SD- District Enrollment
- 3,874
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,545
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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