Serving 685 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Barclay 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 55% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 685 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barclay Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Barclay Elementary School's student population of 685 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
685 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Barclay 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 Barclay Elementary School is 0.59, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#991 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
26%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
58%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
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 Barclay Elementary School's ranking?
Barclay Elementary School is ranked #991 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Barclay Elementary School often compared to?
Barclay Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Titus Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Barclay Elementary School?
685 students attend Barclay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Barclay Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barclay Elementary School?
Barclay Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Barclay Elementary School offer ?
Barclay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Barclay Elementary School part of?
Barclay Elementary School is part of Central Bucks School District.
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