Best Schools in Folcroft, Pennsylvania
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft
High · Delaware County Technical High School. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Delcroft Sch
Elementary · Southeast Delco Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$140,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$140,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +2.6 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Folcroft schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Folcroft
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft | 7.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Delcroft Sch | 3.6 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.8/10
- Median household income
- $58,899
- Median home value
- $140,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 73%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Folcroft compares
Median household income
$59k
74% of Pennsylvania median
About Schools in Folcroft, Pennsylvania
Folcroft, Pennsylvania is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Folcroft show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Folcroft is Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Folcroft is served by 2 school districts: Southeast Delco SD, Delaware County Technical High School. These districts collectively serve 4,190 students.
Folcroft's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $58,899. The poverty rate in the area is 17.1%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 616 students · Kindergarten–8th | 3.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 63 students · 9th–12th | 7.9 |
Schools in Folcroft
Folcroft, Pennsylvania · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$58,899
Median Home Value
$140,000
Median Rent
$1,363/mo
Population
6,748
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
17.1%
Community Profile
Folcroft has a median household income of $58,899. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $140,000, with a median rent of $1,363/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.1%. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Folcroft, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Folcroft, Pennsylvania?
Folcroft has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Folcroft, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Folcroft is 5.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Folcroft, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Folcroft on MySchoolScout is Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Folcroft, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in Folcroft on MySchoolScout is Delcroft Sch with a composite score of 3.6/10.
What is the best high school in Folcroft, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked high school in Folcroft on MySchoolScout is Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft with a composite score of 7.9/10.
How many school districts serve Folcroft, Pennsylvania?
Folcroft is served by 2 school districts: Southeast Delco Sd, Delaware County Technical High School.
What is the education level in Folcroft, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in Folcroft have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Folcroft, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Folcroft is approximately $58,899 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Folcroft, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Folcroft is 8.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Folcroft, Pennsylvania?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Pennsylvania Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.