Very Good
#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
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
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Schuylkill EL Sch — Students at Schuylkill EL Sch score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
27.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 12 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
➡️ StableAverage 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: 7.7/10.
How Schuylkill EL Sch Compares
See how Schuylkill EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
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Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 59% (2019) to 63.6% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 78% (2019) to 70.3% (2024).
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.
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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
- Phone
- (484) 927-5400
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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