Serving 571 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Buck Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buck Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Buck Elementary School's student population of 571 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
571 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Buck Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buck Elementary School is 0.35, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#725 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
8%
16%
Black
2%
14%
White
80%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buck Elementary School's ranking?
Buck Elementary School is ranked #725 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Buck Elementary School often compared to?
Buck Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Schweitzer Elementary School, Hoover Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Buck Elementary School?
571 students attend Buck Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Buck Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buck Elementary School?
Buck Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Buck Elementary School offer ?
Buck Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Buck Elementary School part of?
Buck Elementary School is part of Neshaminy School District.
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