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Whitemarsh Elementary School

Colonial SD · Montgomery County · 4120 Joshua Rd, Lafayette Hill, PA 19444.0

(610)828-9092

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10/10
#47
Rank 47 out of 1,545
Top 3%
English Language Arts10/10 · #125 · 92nd percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #18 · 99th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

School Overview

Tucked into the leafy, close-knit community of Lafayette Hill, Whitemarsh Elementary is a standout even within the already strong Colonial School District, with math scores that rank among the very best in Pennsylvania. Families who settle in this corner of Montgomery County tend to love the suburban-without-being-sprawling feel — easy access to Philadelphia, good local parks, and a genuine neighborhood vibe where kids walk to school and parents actually know each other. If strong academics paired with a grounded, community-feel environment are high on your list, Whitemarsh is the kind of school that makes Lafayette Hill worth the home search.

Student Demographics

129 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
108 (84%)
Multiple Races
8 (6%)
Asian
6 (5%)
Hispanic
4 (3%)
African American
3 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners2 (2%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged12 (9%)
Students with Disabilities22 (17%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

511
Enrollment
36.7
Teachers (FTE)
13.9:1
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 Programs7/10 · #475 · 70th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found