Cynwyd Sch

101 W Levering Mill Rd
Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004

446 Students

Elementary School K - 4th

School Overview

Cynwyd Elementary School, located in the suburban community of Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania, is a well-regarded public school serving students in grades K–5. As part of the Lower Merion School District, the school is known for its strong academic focus, dedicated faculty, and a highly engaged parent community. It consistently maintains a reputation for high performance standards, fostering an environment that encourages intellectual curiosity while supporting the social and emotional development of its diverse student body.

Beyond its core curriculum, Cynwyd Elementary is recognized for offering a robust selection of extracurricular activities and enrichment opportunities that cater to various student interests. The school grounds reflect the neighborhood's historic character, providing a traditional yet supportive setting for learning. With a focus on inclusive practices and a commitment to personalized education, Cynwyd is widely considered a cornerstone of the local community, preparing students for success as they transition to the district’s middle and high schools.

446

Total Students

36.8

Full-Time Teachers

12.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Cynwyd Sch
Demographic	Student Count
White	270
Hispanic	22
Black	41
Asian	68
Two or More	45

White
270 (60.5%)
Asian
68 (15.2%)
Two or More
45 (10.1%)
Black
41 (9.2%)
Hispanic
22 (4.9%)

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:	Lower Merion SD
Phone:	(610)645-1430
Grade Range:	K - 4th
Total Students:	446
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	36.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	12.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 66

Grade 1 82

Grade 2 100

Grade 3 96

Grade 4 102