Serving 578 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Newtown Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (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 29% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 578 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newtown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Newtown Elementary School's student population of 578 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
578 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Newtown Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newtown 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
#115 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
5%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
71%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
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 Newtown Elementary School's ranking?
Newtown Elementary School is ranked #115 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Newtown Elementary School often compared to?
Newtown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sol Feinstone Elementary School, Goodnoe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Newtown Elementary School?
578 students attend Newtown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Newtown Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newtown Elementary School?
Newtown Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Newtown Elementary School offer ?
Newtown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Newtown Elementary School part of?
Newtown Elementary School is part of Council Rock School District.
School Reviews
5 8/26/2019
Such a great community! Teachers are great!
2 1/25/2011
This district is over rated. They do not have any innovvative teaching and are stuck in the 80's with their district curriculum
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