Serving 586 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Whitfield Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 586 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whitfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Whitfield Elementary School's student population of 586 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
586 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
Whitfield Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whitfield Elementary 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
#1305 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
25%
15%
Black
5%
14%
White
61%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Whitfield Elementary School's ranking?
Whitfield Elementary School is ranked #1305 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Whitfield Elementary School often compared to?
Whitfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cornwall Terrace Elementary School, Green Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Whitfield Elementary School?
586 students attend Whitfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Whitfield Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Whitfield Elementary School?
Whitfield Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Whitfield Elementary School offer ?
Whitfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Whitfield Elementary School part of?
Whitfield Elementary School is part of Wilson School District.
School Reviews
5 12/23/2013
Great neighborhood school. Fun learning environment.
5 10/24/2009
This school has all the above listed as great assets. The principal is great!
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