Serving 534 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wayne Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wayne 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Wayne Elementary School's student population of 534 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
534 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Wayne Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wayne Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#187 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
5%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
4%
14%
White
69%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
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 Wayne Elementary School's ranking?
Wayne Elementary School is ranked #187 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Wayne Elementary School often compared to?
Wayne Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Radnor Elementary School, Ithan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Wayne Elementary School?
534 students attend Wayne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Wayne Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wayne Elementary School?
Wayne Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wayne Elementary School offer ?
Wayne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wayne Elementary School part of?
Wayne Elementary School is part of Radnor Township School District.
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