Serving 292 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Wilson Borough 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 60-64% (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 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilson Borough Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Wilson Borough Elementary School's student population of 292 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
292 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1994
School Rankings
Wilson Borough 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 Wilson Borough Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#655 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
35%
15%
Black
13%
14%
White
40%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Wilson Borough Elementary School's ranking?
Wilson Borough Elementary School is ranked #655 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Wilson Borough Elementary School often compared to?
Wilson Borough Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forks Elementary School, Lehigh Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% 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 Wilson Borough Elementary School?
292 students attend Wilson Borough Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Wilson Borough Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilson Borough Elementary School?
Wilson Borough Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wilson Borough Elementary School offer ?
Wilson Borough Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wilson Borough Elementary School part of?
Wilson Borough Elementary School is part of Wilson Area School District.
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