Serving 298 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Penn Bernville Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower 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 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Penn Bernville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Penn Bernville Elementary School's student population of 298 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
298 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Penn Bernville Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Penn Bernville Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#1182 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
18%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
75%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Penn Bernville Elementary School's ranking?
Penn Bernville Elementary School is ranked #1182 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Penn Bernville Elementary School often compared to?
Penn Bernville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Andrew Maier Elementary School, Conrad Weiser East Elementary School, Conrad Weiser West Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Penn Bernville Elementary School?
298 students attend Penn Bernville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Penn Bernville Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Penn Bernville Elementary School?
Penn Bernville Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Penn Bernville Elementary School offer ?
Penn Bernville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Penn Bernville Elementary School part of?
Penn Bernville Elementary School is part of Tulpehocken Area School District.
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