Serving 415 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pennell Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 59% (which is higher than 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 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pennell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pennell Elementary School's student population of 415 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
415 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pennell Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pennell Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#897 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
4%
16%
Black
3%
14%
White
88%
60%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
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: Pablo And Paloma The Penguins
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pennell Elementary School's ranking?
Pennell Elementary School is ranked #897 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pennell Elementary School often compared to?
Pennell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aston Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% 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 Pennell Elementary School?
415 students attend Pennell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Pennell Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pennell Elementary School?
Pennell Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pennell Elementary School offer ?
Pennell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pennell Elementary School part of?
Pennell Elementary School is part of Penn-Delco School District.
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