Providence Elementary School

137 Truce Rd
New Providence, PA 17560
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5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 386 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Providence 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 386 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Bottom 50% in PA
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Providence Elementary School's student population of 386 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
386 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
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School Rankings

Providence 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 Providence Elementary School is 0.36, 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.
This School
State Level (PA)
#1435 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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35-39%
38%
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55-59%
55%
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60-69%
57%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
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Hispanic
14%
16%
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Black
2%
14%
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White
79%
60%
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Two or more races
5%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.36
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(22-23)
17.4%
23.3%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
59%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Providence Elementary School's ranking?
Providence Elementary School is ranked #1435 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Providence Elementary School often compared to?
Providence Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Penn London Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Providence Elementary School?
386 students attend Providence Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Providence Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Providence Elementary School?
Providence Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Providence Elementary School offer ?
Providence Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Providence Elementary School part of?
Providence Elementary School is part of Solanco School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 386 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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