Serving 835 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Tawanka Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 835 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tawanka Elementary School's student population of 835 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
835 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Rankings
Tawanka 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 Tawanka Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#1033 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
7%
16%
Black
2%
14%
White
77%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Neshaminy School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tawanka Elementary School's ranking?
Tawanka Elementary School is ranked #1033 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Tawanka Elementary School often compared to?
Tawanka Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joseph E Ferderbar Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Tawanka Elementary School?
835 students attend Tawanka Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Tawanka Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tawanka Elementary School?
Tawanka Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tawanka Elementary School offer ?
Tawanka Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tawanka Elementary School part of?
Tawanka Elementary School is part of Neshaminy School District.
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