Serving 567 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bradford Hgts Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bradford Hgts 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
Bradford Hgts Elementary School's student population of 567 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
567 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
School Motto
Welcome to Bradford Heights Elementary - the home of the Bulldogs!
School Rankings
Bradford Hgts Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bradford Hgts Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#346 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
4%
14%
White
74%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
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 Bradford Hgts Elementary School's ranking?
Bradford Hgts Elementary School is ranked #346 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Bradford Hgts Elementary School often compared to?
Bradford Hgts Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brandywine-wallace Elementary School, Beaver Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Bradford Hgts Elementary School?
567 students attend Bradford Hgts Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Bradford Hgts Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bradford Hgts Elementary School?
Bradford Hgts Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bradford Hgts Elementary School offer ?
Bradford Hgts Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bradford Hgts Elementary School part of?
Bradford Hgts Elementary School is part of Downingtown Area School District.
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