Serving 250 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Priestley 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). 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 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 250 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49%
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59%
- Science Proficiency: 80-89%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Priestley School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Priestley School's student population of 250 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
250 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
BE REAL, BE YOU, BE BRAVE!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Priestley School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-89%
64%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Hispanic
15%
16%
Black
3%
14%
White
75%
60%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Priestley School often compared to?
Priestley Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chief Shikellamy School, Oaklyn School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Priestley School?
250 students attend Priestley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Priestley School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Priestley School?
Priestley School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Priestley School offer ?
Priestley School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Priestley School part of?
Priestley School is part of Shikellamy School District.
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