Serving 542 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sugartown Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sugartown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Sugartown Elementary School's student population of 542 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
542 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Rankings
Sugartown Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sugartown Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#649 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
22%
5%
Hispanic
18%
15%
Black
3%
14%
White
50%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
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 Sugartown Elementary School's ranking?
Sugartown Elementary School is ranked #649 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Sugartown Elementary School often compared to?
Sugartown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like General Wayne Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Sugartown Elementary School?
542 students attend Sugartown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Sugartown Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sugartown Elementary School?
Sugartown Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sugartown Elementary School offer ?
Sugartown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sugartown Elementary School part of?
Sugartown Elementary School is part of Great Valley School District.
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