School Overview
Tinicum Elementary School, located in Pipersville, Pennsylvania, is a primary educational institution that serves as part of the Palisades School District. Nestled in a rural community, the school is known for fostering a supportive, small-school environment that prioritizes personalized attention and strong connections between staff, students, and local families. Its curriculum is designed to meet state standards while encouraging student engagement through a variety of academic and extracurricular opportunities aimed at developing foundational skills in reading, math, and social-emotional growth.

Beyond the classroom, the school emphasizes a sense of community and civic responsibility, often leveraging its location to provide students with unique learning experiences. As an integral part of the Palisades School District, Tinicum Elementary benefits from the resources and administrative support of a larger district while maintaining the distinct charm and intimacy of a local neighborhood school. The institution remains dedicated to preparing its students for success as they transition to middle school, focusing on both academic achievement and the development of well-rounded, character-driven individuals.
136
Total Students
13.0
Full-Time Teachers
10.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Tinicum El Sch
Demographic Student Count
White126
Hispanic4
Two or More6
  • White
    126 (92.6 %)
  • Two or More
    6 (4.4 %)
  • Hispanic
    4 (2.9 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Palisades SD
Phone: (610)847-5131
Website: http://palisadessd.org/Domain/387
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 136
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 13.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 10.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 24
Grade 1 22
Grade 2 20
Grade 3 17
Grade 4 18
Grade 5 35

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Tinicum El Sch
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten24
Grade 122
Grade 220
Grade 317
Grade 418
Grade 535
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Tinicum El Sch
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female6447.1%
Male7252.9%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)