Serving 630 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lower Gwynedd Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 630 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lower Gwynedd Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lower Gwynedd Elementary School's student population of 630 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
630 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Colors
True Blue with a Heart of Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lower Gwynedd Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lower Gwynedd Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#101 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Asian
14%
5%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
6%
14%
White
67%
60%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lower Gwynedd Elementary School's ranking?
Lower Gwynedd Elementary School is ranked #101 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Lower Gwynedd Elementary School often compared to?
Lower Gwynedd Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blue Bell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Lower Gwynedd Elementary School?
630 students attend Lower Gwynedd Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Lower Gwynedd Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lower Gwynedd Elementary School?
Lower Gwynedd Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lower Gwynedd Elementary School offer ?
Lower Gwynedd Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lower Gwynedd Elementary School part of?
Lower Gwynedd Elementary School is part of Wissahickon School District.
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