Serving 542 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Samuel K Faust Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower 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 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Samuel K Faust Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Samuel K Faust Elementary School's student population of 542 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
542 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Samuel K Faust Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Samuel K Faust 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
#2332 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
5%
Hispanic
35%
15%
Black
21%
14%
White
25%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Samuel K Faust Elementary School's ranking?
Samuel K Faust Elementary School is ranked #2332 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Samuel K Faust Elementary School often compared to?
Samuel K Faust Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Rush Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Samuel K Faust Elementary School?
542 students attend Samuel K Faust Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Samuel K Faust Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Samuel K Faust Elementary School?
Samuel K Faust Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Samuel K Faust Elementary School offer ?
Samuel K Faust Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Samuel K Faust Elementary School part of?
Samuel K Faust Elementary School is part of Bensalem Township School District.
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