Serving 498 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pocopson Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 75% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than 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 21% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pocopson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pocopson Elementary School's student population of 498 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Pocopson Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pocopson Elementary School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#91 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
79%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Pocopson Elementary School's ranking?
Pocopson Elementary School is ranked #91 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pocopson Elementary School often compared to?
Pocopson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillendale Elementary School, Chadds Ford Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pocopson Elementary School?
498 students attend Pocopson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Pocopson Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pocopson Elementary School?
Pocopson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pocopson Elementary School offer ?
Pocopson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pocopson Elementary School part of?
Pocopson Elementary School is part of Unionville-Chadds Ford School District.
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