Gwyn-nor Elementary School

139 Hancock Road
North Wales, PA 19454
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 663 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Gwyn-nor Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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 53% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 663 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : Top 30% in PA
  • : 57% (Top 30%)
  • : 67% (Top 30%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Gwyn-nor Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Gwyn-nor Elementary School's student population of 663 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
663 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Ensure Belonging. Elevate Learning. Engage Community. Exceed Expectations.

School Rankings

Gwyn-nor Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gwyn-nor Elementary School is 0.69, 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.
This School
State Level (PA)
#591 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
57%
38%
67%
55%
85-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Asian
27%
5%
Hispanic
8%
16%
Black
10%
14%
White
47%
60%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.69
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
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 Gwyn-nor Elementary School's ranking?
Gwyn-nor Elementary School is ranked #591 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Gwyn-nor Elementary School?
663 students attend Gwyn-nor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Gwyn-nor Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gwyn-nor Elementary School?
Gwyn-nor Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gwyn-nor Elementary School offer ?
Gwyn-nor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gwyn-nor Elementary School part of?
Gwyn-nor Elementary School is part of North Penn School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 663 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 57% (Top 30%)
  • : 67% (Top 30%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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