Serving 372 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Brandywine Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brandywine Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Brandywine Heights Elementary School's student population of 372 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
372 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Brandywine Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brandywine Heights Elementary School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#387 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
10%
16%
Black
1%
14%
White
86%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Brandywine Heights Area School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brandywine Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Brandywine Heights Elementary School is ranked #387 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Brandywine Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Brandywine Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Elementary School, Muhlenberg El Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Brandywine Heights Elementary School?
372 students attend Brandywine Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Brandywine Heights Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brandywine Heights Elementary School?
Brandywine Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brandywine Heights Elementary School offer ?
Brandywine Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brandywine Heights Elementary School part of?
Brandywine Heights Elementary School is part of Brandywine Heights Area School District.
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