BRECKNOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Brecknock El Sch is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Governor Mifflin SD school district, located in Shillington, PA with about 509 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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, Brecknock El Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Brecknock Elementary School, located in Shillington, Pennsylvania, is a primary educational institution within the Governor Mifflin School District. Serving students in the local community, the school focuses on providing a foundational academic curriculum while fostering a supportive environment aimed at student growth. As part of a larger district known for its commitment to both educational excellence and extracurricular engagement, Brecknock Elementary typically emphasizes core subjects like literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while encouraging social-emotional development.

The school is situated in a quiet residential area, which helps create a neighborhood-centered atmosphere for its young learners. Like many schools in the Governor Mifflin district, Brecknock Elementary benefits from the resources and collaborative culture of the broader school system, which often integrates modern educational technology and state-aligned standards. Parents and guardians are generally encouraged to participate in school life through active PTO involvement and various school-wide events, helping to build a cohesive community dedicated to preparing students for their eventual transition to middle school.

For more information, contact Brecknock El Sch at (610) 775-5079 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.