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#1694 of 2,846 schools in PA
W B Evans EL Sch
Elementary School · William Penn SD
900 Baily Rd, Yeadon, PA 19050
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,694 of 2,846
In Yeadon
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 10
William Penn SD
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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W B Evans EL Sch
Elementary School in Yeadon · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About W B Evans EL Sch
W B Evans EL Sch is a public elementary school in Yeadon, PA, part of William Penn SD. W B Evans EL Sch serves approximately 303 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. W B Evans EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,694 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for W B Evans EL Sch show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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W B Evans EL Sch — Students at W B Evans EL Sch score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 38 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: 5.7/10.
How W B Evans EL Sch Compares
See how W B Evans EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
900 Baily Rd, Yeadon, PA 19050
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering W B Evans EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LANSDOWNE FRIENDS SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Lansdowne), which scores notably higher. Another option is Vision Academy CS (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Lansdowne), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SS. CYRIL & PHILOMENA SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Lansdowne), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Yeadon, see our Yeadon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy Yeadon | 0.1 mi | — |
| Bell Avenue School Yeadon | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Anderson Add B Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Vision Academy CS Lansdowne | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Motivation HS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| East Lansdowne El Sch East Lansdowne | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Catharine Joseph Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| Stonehurst Hills El Sch Upper Darby | 1.0 mi | 2.9 |
| Park Lane El Sch Darby | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Penn Wood MS Darby | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| Bryant William C Sch Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| SS. CYRIL & PHILOMENA SCHOOL Lansdowne | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| GREATER HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Longstreth William C Sch Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| FAITH CONNECTION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Mastery CS-Harrity Campus Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Southwest Leadership Academy CS Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 3.2 |
| Philadelphia Montessori CS Philadelphia | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Penn Wood HS Lansdowne | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| LANSDOWNE FRIENDS SCHOOL Lansdowne | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19050 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,517
Median Home Value
$188,700
Median Rent
$1,166/mo
Population
28,819
College Educated
30.4%
Homeownership
62.6%
Avg Commute
33.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
42.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about W B Evans EL Sch
What grades does W B Evans EL Sch serve?
W B Evans EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend W B Evans EL Sch?
W B Evans EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 303 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at W B Evans EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at W B Evans EL Sch is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does W B Evans EL Sch rank in PA?
W B Evans EL Sch ranks #1,694 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is W B Evans EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
W B Evans EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 W B Evans EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, W B Evans EL Sch has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is W B Evans EL Sch a charter school?
No, W B Evans EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is W B Evans EL Sch a Title I school?
No, W B Evans EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for W B Evans EL Sch?
100.3% of students at W B Evans 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 303
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Delaware County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.4%
- Phone
- (610) 623-5975
Resources & Links
District
William Penn SD- District Enrollment
- 4,547
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,485
- District Rank
- #2 of 10
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