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Elementary Schools

South Elementary School

Perkiomen Valley SD · Montgomery County · 200 E 3rd Ave, Trappe, PA 19426.0

(610)489-2991

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9/10
#173
Rank 173 out of 1,545
Top 11%
English Language Arts9/10 · #207 · 87th percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #204 · 87th percentile
Science10/10 · #104 · 93rd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Tucked into the charming borough of Trappe in Montgomery County, South Elementary is a consistently strong performer that draws families who want suburban living with genuine academic substance — its science scores in particular stand out, landing in the 93rd percentile statewide. Perkiomen Valley as a district has a reputation for caring about its schools, and South Elementary reflects that community investment well. Families who value a quieter, small-town feel within easy reach of Philadelphia and the broader Route 422 corridor tend to plant roots here and stay.

Student Demographics

223 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
159 (71%)
Asian
18 (8%)
Hispanic
16 (7%)
African American
15 (7%)
Multiple Races
15 (7%)

Key Indicators

English Learners3 (1%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged55 (25%)
Students with Disabilities38 (17%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

459
Enrollment
36.3
Teachers (FTE)
12.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs6/10 · #642 · 60th percentile

61 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Pennsylvania.