Below Average
#2248 of 2,846 schools in PA
Academy Park HS
High School · Southeast Delco SD
300 Calcon Hook Rd, Sharon Hill, PA 19079
Enrollment
1,286
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
4.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,286
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
4.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,248 of 2,846
In Sharon Hill
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 6
Southeast Delco SD
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Academy Park HS
Academy Park HS is a public high school in Sharon Hill, PA, part of Southeast Delco SD. Academy Park HS serves approximately 1,286 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Academy Park HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,248 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Academy Park HS show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Academy Park HS sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
58% of students at Academy Park HS were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Academy Park HS — Students at Academy Park HS score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.
How Academy Park HS Compares
See how Academy Park HS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
300 Calcon Hook Rd, Sharon Hill, PA 19079
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Academy Park HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Folcroft), which scores notably higher. Another option is GREATER HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Philadelphia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SS. CYRIL & PHILOMENA SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Lansdowne), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sharon Hill, see our Sharon Hill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sharon Hill Sch Sharon Hill | 0.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Walnut Street El Sch Darby | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Harris Sch Collingdale | 0.8 mi | 2.7 |
| CHRIST ACADEMY Collingdale | 0.8 mi | — |
| LIBERTY BAPTIST ACADEMY Glenolden | 0.8 mi | — |
| Colwyn El Sch Colwyn | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Penn Wood MS Darby | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Park Lane El Sch Darby | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Penrose Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft Folcroft | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Delcroft Sch Folcroft | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| Philadelphia Montessori CS Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Aldan El Sch Aldan | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Bell Avenue School Yeadon | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Southwest Leadership Academy CS Philadelphia | 1.5 mi | 3.2 |
| GREATER HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Glenolden Sch Glenolden | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Southeast Delco Kindergarten Center Glenolden | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Darby Twp Sch Glenolden | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| SS. CYRIL & PHILOMENA SCHOOL Lansdowne | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19079 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,002
Median Home Value
$159,800
Median Rent
$1,212/mo
Population
9,014
College Educated
23.8%
Homeownership
61.1%
Avg Commute
35.5 min
Poverty Rate
25.1%
Median Age
33.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BISHOP SHANAHAN HIGH SCHOOL Downingtown, PA | 4.7 |
| Franklin Area JSHS Franklin, PA | 4.8 |
| Furness Horace HS Philadelphia, PA | 4.5 |
| Penn Hills SHS Pittsburgh, PA | 4.9 |
| Shikellamy HS Sunbury, PA | 4.9 |
| Mastery CS-Gratz Campus Phialdelphia, PA | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Academy Park HS
What grades does Academy Park HS serve?
Academy Park HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Academy Park HS?
Academy Park HS has an enrollment of approximately 1,286 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Academy Park HS?
The student-teacher ratio at Academy Park HS is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Academy Park HS rank in PA?
Academy Park HS ranks #2,248 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Academy Park HS's MySchoolScout rating?
Academy Park HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Academy Park HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Academy Park HS has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Academy Park HS a charter school?
No, Academy Park HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Academy Park HS a Title I school?
No, Academy Park HS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Academy Park HS?
100.0% of students at Academy Park HS qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,286
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 79
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Delaware County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.0%
- Phone
- (610) 522-4330
- 4-Year Graduation
- 83.0%
Resources & Links
District
Southeast Delco SD- District Enrollment
- 4,088
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,413
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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