MAKEFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Makefield El Sch is a public elementary school that is part of the Pennsbury SD school district, located in Yardley, PA with about 414 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 32 teachers, Makefield El Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Makefield Elementary School, located at 1939 Makefield Rd in Yardley, Pennsylvania, is a well-regarded public school serving students in the Pennsbury School District. It is known for fostering a supportive and nurturing learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and the social-emotional development of its students. The school benefits from a dedicated faculty and an active parent-teacher community, both of which contribute to a collaborative atmosphere focused on providing a comprehensive educational experience for children in the surrounding residential area.

The school is characterized by its commitment to building a strong foundation in core subjects such as literacy and mathematics, while also offering opportunities for creative exploration. As part of the Pennsbury community, Makefield Elementary reflects the district's broader mission of preparing students to be lifelong learners and responsible citizens. With its accessible location in the Yardley area, the school serves as a central hub for local families, consistently striving to balance rigorous academic standards with inclusive programs that encourage student engagement and personal growth.

For more information, contact Makefield El Sch at (215) 321-2420 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1939 Makefield Rd
Yardley, PA 19067-3137
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MAKEFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Yardley, PA with about 414 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Pennsylvania

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Pennsbury SD
Total Students:
414
Teachers:
32.2
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
Not a Title I school
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 414 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending MAKEFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 75% of the student body.

White
75.4%
Black or African American
10.9%
Hispanic/Latino
6.0%
Two or more races
5.1%
Asian
2.7%

Female
49.0%
Male
51.0%

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.