Serving 405 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bushkill 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 59% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bushkill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bushkill Elementary School's student population of 405 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
405 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bushkill 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 Bushkill Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#1994 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
8%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
10%
16%
Black
17%
14%
White
41%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
22%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bushkill Elementary School's ranking?
Bushkill Elementary School is ranked #1994 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Bushkill Elementary School often compared to?
Bushkill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Delaware Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Bushkill Elementary School?
405 students attend Bushkill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Bushkill Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bushkill Elementary School?
Bushkill Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bushkill Elementary School offer ?
Bushkill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bushkill Elementary School part of?
Bushkill Elementary School is part of East Stroudsburg Area School District.
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