Serving 474 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Glen Acres Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 75% (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 Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glen Acres Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Glen Acres Elementary School's student population of 474 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
474 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1967
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Rankings
Glen Acres Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glen Acres Elementary 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
#421 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
7%
14%
White
72%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Glen Acres Elementary School's ranking?
Glen Acres Elementary School is ranked #421 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Glen Acres Elementary School often compared to?
Glen Acres Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Unionville Elementary School, Garnet Valley 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 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Glen Acres Elementary School?
474 students attend Glen Acres Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Glen Acres Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glen Acres Elementary School?
Glen Acres Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Glen Acres Elementary School offer ?
Glen Acres Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Glen Acres Elementary School part of?
Glen Acres Elementary School is part of West Chester Area School District.
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