Serving 446 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Cynwyd School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cynwyd School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Cynwyd School's student population of 446 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
446 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1915
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 17, 2026
Campus Size
14 acres
School Motto
Enter to Learn, Go Forth to Serve
School Rankings
Cynwyd 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 Cynwyd School is 0.59, 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
#49 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
5%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
9%
14%
White
61%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Owl
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cynwyd School's ranking?
Cynwyd School is ranked #49 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Cynwyd School often compared to?
Cynwyd Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Merion Elementary School, Belmont Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Cynwyd School?
446 students attend Cynwyd School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Cynwyd School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cynwyd School?
Cynwyd School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cynwyd School offer ?
Cynwyd School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cynwyd School part of?
Cynwyd School is part of Lower Merion School District.
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