Serving 588 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wallingford Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wallingford 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
Wallingford Elementary School's student population of 588 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
588 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1971
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
School Rankings
Wallingford 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 Wallingford Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#28 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
4%
14%
White
79%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
3%
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 Wallingford Elementary School's ranking?
Wallingford Elementary School is ranked #28 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Wallingford Elementary School often compared to?
Wallingford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Swarthmore-rutledge School, Nether Providence Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Wallingford Elementary School?
588 students attend Wallingford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Wallingford Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wallingford Elementary School?
Wallingford Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wallingford Elementary School offer ?
Wallingford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wallingford Elementary School part of?
Wallingford Elementary School is part of Wallingford-Swarthmore School District.
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