Serving 286 students in grades Kindergarten-6, East Lansdowne 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Lansdowne Elementary School's student population of 286 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
286 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Nurture and empower all students to become career and/or college ready.
School Rankings
East Lansdowne 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 East Lansdowne Elementary School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2226 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
83%
14%
White
6%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
William Penn School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Lansdowne Elementary School's ranking?
East Lansdowne Elementary School is ranked #2226 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are East Lansdowne Elementary School often compared to?
East Lansdowne Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vision Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend East Lansdowne Elementary School?
286 students attend East Lansdowne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of East Lansdowne Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Lansdowne Elementary School?
East Lansdowne Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Lansdowne Elementary School offer ?
East Lansdowne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Lansdowne Elementary School part of?
East Lansdowne Elementary School is part of William Penn School District.
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