WHITEMARSH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Whitemarsh El Sch is a public elementary school that is part of the Colonial SD school district, located in Lafayette Hill, PA with about 402 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 3rd Grade. With about 29 teachers, Whitemarsh 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.

Whitemarsh Elementary School, located in Lafayette Hill, Pennsylvania, is a primary educational institution within the Colonial School District. Serving students in grades K–3, the school is recognized for fostering a supportive and collaborative learning environment. It emphasizes a well-rounded curriculum that balances academic rigor in core subjects like literacy and mathematics with opportunities for social-emotional growth, encouraging students to develop as both independent thinkers and responsible community members.

The school is deeply integrated into the Colonial School District’s broader commitment to innovation and student achievement. By utilizing modern instructional strategies and maintaining a focus on inclusivity, Whitemarsh Elementary aims to provide a strong educational foundation for its young learners. The facility benefits from being part of a community-oriented district that prioritizes active parent involvement and consistent communication, ensuring that families remain connected to their children's educational progress throughout their early formative years.

For more information, contact Whitemarsh El Sch at (610) 828-9092 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

4120 Joshua Rd
Lafayette Hill, PA 19444-1213
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WHITEMARSH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Lafayette Hill, PA with about 402 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Pennsylvania

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Colonial SD
Total Students:
402
Teachers:
29
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

* 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 402 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending WHITEMARSH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 85% of the student body.

White
85.3%
Black or African American
5.5%
Asian
5.2%
Hispanic/Latino
1.7%
Two or more races
1.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.5%

Female
49.3%
Male
50.7%

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.