Serving 427 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Gulph Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gulph Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Gulph Elementary School's student population of 427 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Gulph 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 Gulph Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#1293 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
5%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
18%
14%
White
38%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
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 Gulph Elementary School's ranking?
Gulph Elementary School is ranked #1293 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Gulph Elementary School often compared to?
Gulph Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Caley Elementary School, Candlebrook Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Gulph Elementary School?
427 students attend Gulph Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Gulph Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 12% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gulph Elementary School?
Gulph Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gulph Elementary School offer ?
Gulph Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gulph Elementary School part of?
Gulph Elementary School is part of Upper Merion Area School District.
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