Serving 545 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Gladwyne School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 94% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gladwyne School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Gladwyne School's student population of 545 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
545 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Gladwyne School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gladwyne School is 0.47, 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
#16 out of 2733 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
6%
14%
White
72%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gladwyne School's ranking?
Gladwyne School is ranked #16 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Gladwyne School often compared to?
Gladwyne Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Penn Wynne School, Penn Valley School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Gladwyne School?
545 students attend Gladwyne School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Gladwyne School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gladwyne School?
Gladwyne School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gladwyne School offer ?
Gladwyne School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gladwyne School part of?
Gladwyne School is part of Lower Merion School District.
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