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#1104 of 2,846 schools in PA

Top 39% in state

Wyncote EL Sch

Elementary School · Cheltenham SD

333 Rices Mill Road, Wyncote, PA 19095

Enrollment

380

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#1,104 of 2,846

In Wyncote

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 7

Cheltenham SD

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Wyncote EL Sch

6.9/10

Elementary School in Wyncote · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Ancillae-assumpta Academy

8.3/10

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6.9/10

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About Wyncote EL Sch

Wyncote EL Sch is a public elementary school in Wyncote, PA, part of Cheltenham SD. Wyncote EL Sch serves approximately 380 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Wyncote EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,104 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for Wyncote EL Sch show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • PA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.49 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56.1% (2024 PSSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency63.2% (2024 PSSA)
Math vs. State Avg+4.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.4 pts
Overall Proficiency60% (2024 PSSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2024 PSSA)
vs. Expected+3.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment9.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,413
Chronic Absenteeism12.1%

Wyncote EL Sch — Students at Wyncote EL Sch score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 64.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
47.0% (2024 PSSA)
ELA Proficiency 73.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
53.5% (2024 PSSA)

Based on 34 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
59.1%
ELA
58.3%
2024
Math
56.1%
ELA
63.2%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How Wyncote EL Sch Compares

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

Overall Score
6.9/10
61th percentile in PA
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
9.9/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
43%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

333 Rices Mill Road, Wyncote, PA 19095

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wyncote EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ANCILLAE-ASSUMPTA ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jenkintown El Sch (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Jenkintown), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST LUKE CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Glenside), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Wyncote, see our Wyncote schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
ANCILLAE-ASSUMPTA ACADEMY Wyncote 0.2 mi 8.3
Cheltenham HS Wyncote 0.4 mi 6.9
Cedarbrook MS Wyncote 0.7 mi 4.9
Glenside El Sch Glenside 0.7 mi 7.1
ST LUKE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Glenside 1.0 mi 7.2
Jenkintown El Sch Jenkintown 1.2 mi 7.8
Jenkintown Middle/High School Jenkintown 1.2 mi 7.1
ST RAYMOND OF PENAFORT SCHOOL Philadelphia 1.4 mi 4.8
NEW MEDINA LEARNING INSTITUTE Philadelphia 1.5 mi 6.3
McCloskey John F Sch Philadelphia 1.2 mi 3.4
Franklin S Edmonds Sch Philadelphia 1.4 mi 2.8
Samuel Pennypacker Sch Philadelphia 1.7 mi 3.0
ST ATHANASIUS SCHOOL Philadelphia 1.9 mi 4.7
Hill Freedman World Academy Philadelphia 1.7 mi 6.6
WYNCOTE ACADEMY Melrose Park 1.8 mi 7.9
Copper Beech Sch Glenside 1.9 mi 6.7
MESIVTA YESODEI YISROEL Elkins Park 1.9 mi
Rowen William Sch Philadelphia 2.1 mi 2.4
West Oak Lane CS Philadelphia 2.1 mi 2.8
Abington SHS Abington 2.0 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19095 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$108,250

Median Home Value

$419,400

Median Rent

$1,776/mo

Population

7,759

College Educated

65.2%

Homeownership

52.6%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

12.8%

Median Age

40.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BLESSED TRINITY REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA 6.9
Charles W Longer El Sch Hollidaysburg, PA 6.9
Claysburg-Kimmel El Sch Claysburg, PA 6.9
Clearview El Sch Hanover, PA 6.9
East Petersburg El Sch East Petersburg, PA 6.9
First District El Sch Meadville, PA 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wyncote EL Sch

What grades does Wyncote EL Sch serve?

Wyncote EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Wyncote EL Sch?

Wyncote EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 380 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Wyncote EL Sch is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wyncote EL Sch rank in PA?

Wyncote EL Sch ranks #1,104 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is Wyncote EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?

Wyncote EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Wyncote EL Sch?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wyncote EL Sch has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Wyncote EL Sch a charter school?

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

Is Wyncote EL Sch a Title I school?

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

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

42.9% of students at Wyncote 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
42.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.1%

District

Cheltenham SD
District Enrollment
4,232
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,413
District Rank
#3 of 7

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