Serving 427 students in grades 3-4, Nottingham 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 39% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nottingham School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Nottingham School's student population of 427 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Nottingham 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 Nottingham School is 0.56, 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
#1690 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
40%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
53%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
3%
3%
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 Nottingham School's ranking?
Nottingham School is ranked #1690 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Nottingham School often compared to?
Nottingham Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hopewell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Nottingham School?
427 students attend Nottingham School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Nottingham School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nottingham School?
Nottingham School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nottingham School offer ?
Nottingham School offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nottingham School part of?
Nottingham School is part of Oxford Area School District.
School Reviews
5 1/25/2008
Nottingham is one of the most attractive and modern schools in the area. It has a large group instruction room, two computer labs, separate gym and cafeteria, two playgrounds and a butterfly garden.
Academic opportunities abound at Nottingham. Nottingham students enjoy the use of a 13,000 volume library. Nottingham features the nationally renown, challenging Everyday Math Program. In addition to a robust Academically Talented program, Nottingham has a comprehensive English As A Second Language and Title I programs. It has multiple computers with Internet access in each classroom. It has technology classes in a computer lab, and students use the Accelerated Reader and First in Math computer programs.
One of the most exciting features of the school is Nottingham News. Nottingham boasts its own television studio and closed circuit TV. Students are the newscasters each morning. Besides national and school news, student productions are often featured and may include poems, songs, plays or science projects.
Nottingham offers exciting extracurricular activities. Students have the opportunity to participate in intramural soccer and basketball. Fourth grade students may take instrumental music lessons and join the Nottingham Band or Orff Ensemble.
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