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#2076 of 2,846 schools in PA
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Ray S. Musselman Learning Center
Elementary School · Norristown Area SD
1020 Sandy Street, Norristown, PA 19401
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 12 schools in Norristown. Learn more
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,076 of 2,846
In Norristown
#3 of 13
public schools
In district
#2 of 12
Norristown Area SD
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Ray S. Musselman Learning Center
Elementary School in Norristown · grades Kindergarten – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ray S. Musselman Learning Center
Ray S. Musselman Learning Center is a public elementary school in Norristown, PA, part of Norristown Area SD. Ray S.
Musselman Learning Center serves approximately 246 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-Kindergarten, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Ray S. Musselman Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,076 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 4.6
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Ray S. Musselman Learning Center were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Ray S. Musselman Learning Center Compares
See how Ray S. Musselman Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1020 Sandy Street, Norristown, PA 19401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ray S. Musselman Learning Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Conshohocken El Sch (rated 9.1/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Conshohocken), which scores notably higher. Another option is Plymouth El Sch (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Plymouth Meeting), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PLYMOUTH MEETING FRIENDS SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Plymouth Meeting), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Norristown, see our Norristown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hancock El Sch Norristown | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| CAPSTONE ACADEMY East Norriton | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Central Montco Technical High School Plymouth Meeting | 1.0 mi | — |
| Davenport El Sch Norristown | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Colonial MS Plymouth Meeting | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Roosevelt Campus of the Norristown Area HS Norristown | 1.3 mi | 1.9 |
| Eisenhower MS Norristown | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Cole Manor El Sch Norristown | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Bridgeport El Sch Bridgeport | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Plymouth El Sch Plymouth Meeting | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| PENN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY East Norriton | 2.1 mi | 8.6 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER East Norriton | 2.0 mi | — |
| Ridge Park El Sch Conshohocken | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Blockson MS Norristown | 2.1 mi | 2.6 |
| East Norriton MS Norristown | 2.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Marshall Street El Sch Norristown | 2.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Conshohocken El Sch Conshohocken | 2.9 mi | 9.1 |
| PLYMOUTH MEETING FRIENDS SCHOOL Plymouth Meeting | 2.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Gulph EL Sch King Of Prussia | 2.8 mi | 8.0 |
| TRINITY NURSERY & KINDERGARTEN King Of Prussia | 3.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,646
Median Home Value
$225,700
Median Rent
$1,392/mo
Population
43,099
College Educated
27.9%
Homeownership
44.2%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
17.4%
Median Age
36.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ray S. Musselman Learning Center
What grades does Ray S. Musselman Learning Center serve?
Ray S. Musselman Learning Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Ray S. Musselman Learning Center?
Ray S. Musselman Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 246 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ray S. Musselman Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Ray S. Musselman Learning Center is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ray S. Musselman Learning Center rank in PA?
Ray S. Musselman Learning Center ranks #2,076 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Ray S. Musselman Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Ray S. Musselman Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Ray S. Musselman Learning Center a charter school?
No, Ray S. Musselman Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ray S. Musselman Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Ray S. Musselman Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ray S. Musselman Learning Center?
100.0% of students at Ray S. Musselman Learning Center 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 – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 246
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.8%
- Phone
- (484) 270-2140
Resources & Links
District
Norristown Area SD- District Enrollment
- 7,662
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,833
- District Rank
- #2 of 12
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