Mary C Howse Elementary School

641 W Boot Rd
West Chester, PA 19380
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 442 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mary C Howse Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 73% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 442 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : Top 10% in PA
  • : 73% (Top 10%)
  • : 78% (Top 10%)
  • : 90-94% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Mary C Howse Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

School Overview

Mary C Howse Elementary School's student population of 442 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
442 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers

School Rankings

Mary C Howse Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary C Howse Elementary School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (PA)
#164 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
73%
38%
78%
55%
90-94%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
38%
5%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
4%
14%
White
47%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.63
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mary C Howse Elementary School's ranking?
Mary C Howse Elementary School is ranked #164 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Mary C Howse Elementary School often compared to?
Mary C Howse Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Collegium Charter School, Exton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Mary C Howse Elementary School?
442 students attend Mary C Howse Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Mary C Howse Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mary C Howse Elementary School?
Mary C Howse Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mary C Howse Elementary School offer ?
Mary C Howse Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mary C Howse Elementary School part of?
Mary C Howse Elementary School is part of West Chester Area School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 442 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 73% (Top 10%)
  • : 78% (Top 10%)
  • : 90-94% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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