Serving 122 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Tinicum Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 122 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tinicum Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Tinicum Elementary School's student population of 122 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
122 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Sep 5, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
School Mascot
Tigers
School Rankings
Tinicum Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tinicum Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#581 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
n/a
14%
White
94%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tinicum Elementary School's ranking?
Tinicum Elementary School is ranked #581 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Tinicum Elementary School often compared to?
Tinicum Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Durham-nockamixon Elementary School, Springfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Tinicum Elementary School?
122 students attend Tinicum Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Tinicum Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tinicum Elementary School?
Tinicum Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tinicum Elementary School offer ?
Tinicum Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tinicum Elementary School part of?
Tinicum Elementary School is part of Palisades School District.
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