CALN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Caln El Sch is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Coatesville Area SD school district, located in Thorndale, PA with about 467 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 34 teachers, Caln El Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Caln Elementary School, located in Thorndale, Pennsylvania, is a primary educational institution serving students within the Coatesville Area School District. As a neighborhood school, it focuses on building a strong academic and social foundation for children in their formative years, emphasizing core curriculum subjects alongside character development and community engagement. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that supports diverse learning styles and encourages students to reach their full potential through collaboration between educators, parents, and the local community.

The school is situated along the busy Lincoln Highway corridor, placing it centrally within the Caln Township area. Beyond its standard academic programming, Caln Elementary typically hosts various extracurricular activities and family events designed to bridge the gap between home and classroom life. By prioritizing a supportive atmosphere and consistent instructional standards, the school aims to prepare its young students for a successful transition to middle school and beyond, ensuring they are well-equipped with both the knowledge and social skills necessary for future growth.

For more information, contact Caln El Sch at (610) 383-3760 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

3609 Lincoln Hwy
Thorndale, PA 19372-1003
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CALN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Thorndale, PA with about 467 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Pennsylvania

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
467
Teachers:
34.75
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible-Title I targeted assistance program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 467 students

Black or African American
34.3%
White
32.8%
Hispanic/Latino
23.8%
Two or more races
8.1%
Asian
0.9%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
46.0%
Male
54.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.