Serving 257 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Limerick Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% 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-4
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Limerick 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
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Limerick Elementary School's student population of 257 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
257 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering every child, every day.
School Rankings
Limerick Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Limerick Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#185 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Asian
16%
5%
Hispanic
6%
16%
Black
4%
14%
White
68%
60%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Limerick Elementary School's ranking?
Limerick Elementary School is ranked #185 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Limerick Elementary School often compared to?
Limerick Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brooke Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Limerick Elementary School?
257 students attend Limerick Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Limerick Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Limerick Elementary School?
Limerick Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Limerick Elementary School offer ?
Limerick Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Limerick Elementary School part of?
Limerick Elementary School is part of Spring-Ford Area School District.
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