Serving 566 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Chestnutwold Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 75% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chestnutwold 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
Chestnutwold Elementary School's student population of 566 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
566 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Chestnutwold 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 Chestnutwold Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#111 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
5%
14%
White
79%
60%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chestnutwold Elementary School's ranking?
Chestnutwold Elementary School is ranked #111 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Chestnutwold Elementary School often compared to?
Chestnutwold Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oaks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Chestnutwold Elementary School?
566 students attend Chestnutwold Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Chestnutwold Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chestnutwold Elementary School?
Chestnutwold Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chestnutwold Elementary School offer ?
Chestnutwold Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chestnutwold Elementary School part of?
Chestnutwold Elementary School is part of Haverford Township School District.
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