Serving 452 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Paul V Fly Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower 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 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paul V Fly Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Paul V Fly Elementary School's student population of 452 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
452 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 15, 2026
School Rankings
Paul V Fly Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paul V Fly Elementary School is 0.74, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1621 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
38%
16%
Black
20%
14%
White
25%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Norristown Area School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paul V Fly Elementary School's ranking?
Paul V Fly Elementary School is ranked #1621 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Paul V Fly Elementary School often compared to?
Paul V Fly Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hallowell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Paul V Fly Elementary School?
452 students attend Paul V Fly Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Paul V Fly Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paul V Fly Elementary School?
Paul V Fly Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Paul V Fly Elementary School offer ?
Paul V Fly Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Paul V Fly Elementary School part of?
Paul V Fly Elementary School is part of Norristown Area School District.
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