Serving 406 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Cheltenham Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cheltenham Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Cheltenham Elementary School's student population of 406 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
406 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
2013
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
3 acres
School Rankings
Cheltenham Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cheltenham Elementary School is 0.65, which is more 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
#1994 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
15%
16%
Black
55%
14%
White
14%
60%
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cheltenham Elementary School's ranking?
Cheltenham Elementary School is ranked #1994 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Cheltenham Elementary School often compared to?
Cheltenham Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glenside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Cheltenham Elementary School?
406 students attend Cheltenham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Cheltenham Elementary School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cheltenham Elementary School?
Cheltenham Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cheltenham Elementary School offer ?
Cheltenham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cheltenham Elementary School part of?
Cheltenham Elementary School is part of Cheltenham School District.
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