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#180 of 2,746 schools in PA

Top 7% in state

Schuylkill EL Sch

Elementary School · Phoenixville Area SD

290 S White Horse Rd, Phoenixville, PA 19460

438
Students
11.8:1
Student-Teacher
2nd – 5th
Grades Served
Top 7%
in PA

About Schuylkill EL Sch

Schuylkill Elementary School serves 438 students in grades 2-5 in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, consistently earning recognition as one of the state's top-performing elementary schools. With a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10, the school ranks #240 out of 2,852 Pennsylvania elementary schools, placing it in the 92nd percentile statewide. The school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 11.8 to 1 with 37 full-time equivalent teachers, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom.

Academic performance is strong across core subjects, with 70% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and Reading, while 64% meet or exceed proficiency standards in Mathematics. Schuylkill Elementary operates as a regular public school within the larger suburban community of Phoenixville in Chester County. The school serves a well-educated community where 58% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, and the median household income reaches $114,190.

With a low poverty rate of just 6%, the surrounding neighborhood of zip code 19460 provides a stable foundation for student learning, featuring median home values of $391,800 among its 43,246 residents. The school's location on South White Horse Road places it within this thriving suburban setting that strongly values educational achievement.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good36%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-0.17 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendStable
Academics7.3Very Good36%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63.6%
Reading/ELA Proficiency70.3%
Math vs. State Avg+12.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+14.5 pts
Overall Proficiency67%
Expected (poverty-adj.)64%
vs. Expected+2.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile71th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.8Excellent29%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1

Schuylkill EL Sch — Students at Schuylkill EL Sch score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

27.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 61.0%
School
State
46.0%
ELA Proficiency 71.0%
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
59%
ELA
78%
2021*
Math
53%
ELA
66%
2024
Math
63.5%
ELA
70.5%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Schuylkill EL Sch Compares

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

Overall Score
7.9/10
94th percentile in PA
Academic
7.3/10
7.3/10
Growth
7.7/10
Above average
Equity
5.5/10
Above average
Environment
8.8/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
28%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers

Location

290 S White Horse Rd, Phoenixville, PA 19460

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Phoenixville Area HS Phoenixville 0.7 mi 4.7
Manavon El Sch Phoenixville 0.7 mi 6.2
Phoenixville Early Learning Ctr Phoenixville 0.8 mi 6.7
Phoenixville Area MS Phoenixville 0.8 mi 6.5
Barkley El Sch Phoenixville 1.1 mi 7.7
Chester County Tech College HS - Pickering Campus Phoenixville 1.6 mi 6.2
Renaissance Academy Charter School Phoenixville 2.1 mi 3.9
Charlestown El Sch Malvern 2.8 mi 5.5
Oaks El Sch Oaks 3.3 mi 5.9
Spring City El Sch Spring City 4.6 mi 8.0
Great Valley MS Malvern 4.6 mi 5.2
Royersford El Sch Royersford 5.1 mi 7.0
Spring-Ford Intrmd Sch 5th/6th Royersford 5.3 mi 6.4
Spring-Ford MS 7th Grade Ctr Royersford 5.3 mi 6.7
Upper Providence El Sch Royersford 5.3 mi 8.9
Spring-Ford MS 8th Grade Ctr Royersford 5.3 mi 5.4
Great Valley HS Malvern 4.8 mi 5.7
Hillside El Sch Berwyn 4.8 mi 7.1
Valley Forge MS Wayne 4.5 mi 7.1
Spring-Ford SHS 9-12 Ctr Royersford 5.4 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2018-2022)

Census data for ZIP 19460 (ACS 2018-2022 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$114,190

Median Home Value

$391,800

Median Rent

$1,538/mo

Population

43,246

College Educated

57.5%

Homeownership

69.8%

Avg Commute

27.4 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

37.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Schuylkill EL Sch

What grades does Schuylkill EL Sch serve?

Schuylkill EL Sch serves students in grades 2nd through 5th.

How many students attend Schuylkill EL Sch?

Schuylkill EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 438 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Schuylkill EL Sch is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Schuylkill EL Sch rank in PA?

Schuylkill EL Sch is ranked #180 out of 2,746 schools in PA.

What is Schuylkill EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?

Schuylkill EL Sch has a composite rating of 7.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.

What are the test scores at Schuylkill EL Sch?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Schuylkill EL Sch has 61.0% math proficiency and 71.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Schuylkill EL Sch a charter school?

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

Is Schuylkill EL Sch a Title I school?

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

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

27.9% of students at Schuylkill 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.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 5th
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
27.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Chester County
Data Year
2023–2024

How We Rate Schools

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Data Sources: School Info: NCES CCD (SY 2022-23) Test Scores: PA PSSA (2023-24) Neighborhood: Census ACS (2018-2022) Ratings: MySchoolScout (2024) Full data source details