Serving 495 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Media Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Media Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Media Elementary School's student population of 495 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
495 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Media Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Media Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#266 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
4%
14%
White
78%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Media Elementary School's ranking?
Media Elementary School is ranked #266 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Media Elementary School often compared to?
Media Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rose Tree Elementary School, Indian Lane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Media Elementary School?
495 students attend Media Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Media Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Media Elementary School?
Media Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Media Elementary School offer ?
Media Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Media Elementary School part of?
Media Elementary School is part of Rose Tree Media School District.
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