Needs Improvement
#2603 of 2,846 schools in PA
Chester HS
High School · Chester-Upland SD
232 West 9th St, Chester, PA 19013
Enrollment
863
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
3.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
863
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
3.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,603 of 2,846
In Chester
#4 of 7
public schools
In district
#5 of 7
Chester-Upland SD
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Chester HS
High School in Chester · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Chester HS
Chester HS is a public high school in Chester, PA, part of Chester-Upland SD. Chester HS serves approximately 863 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Chester HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,603 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Chester HS show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.6
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Chester 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.
77% of students at Chester 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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Chester HS — Students at Chester HS score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.5%
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: 8.9/10.
How Chester HS Compares
See how Chester 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
232 West 9th St, Chester, PA 19013
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Chester HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Nether Providence El Sch (rated 9.0/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Wallingford), which scores notably higher. Another option is Woodlyn El Sch (rated 7.0/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Woodlyn), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DREXEL NEUMANN ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chester, see our Chester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Chester Upland Sch of Arts Chester | 0.2 mi | 2.4 |
| FAITH TEMPLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chester | 0.5 mi | — |
| Edgmont Scholars Academy Chester | 0.6 mi | 2.4 |
| STEM at Showalter Chester | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Chester Community CS Chester | 0.6 mi | 1.8 |
| DREXEL NEUMANN ACADEMY Chester | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| WIDENER UNIVERSITY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Chester | 1.0 mi | — |
| Stetser El Sch Chester | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| CENTER FOR SELF DEVELOPMENT Chester | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| FREDERICK DOUGLASS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chester | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Main Street Sch Upland | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Parkside El Sch Parkside | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Toby Farms Intermediate School Chester Twp | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Eddystone El Sch Eddystone | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Nether Providence El Sch Wallingford | 2.2 mi | 9.0 |
| MOTHER OF PROVIDENCE REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Wallingford | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Chester Charter Scholars Academy CS Chester | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Coebourn El Sch Brookhaven | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Woodlyn El Sch Woodlyn | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| NOTRE DAME DE LOURDES SCHOOL Swarthmore | 2.8 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19013 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,416
Median Home Value
$85,200
Median Rent
$1,083/mo
Population
34,697
College Educated
13.4%
Homeownership
39.8%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
31%
Median Age
32.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Frankford HS Philadelphia, PA | 3.7 |
| Mahanoy Area JSHS Mahanoy City, PA | 3.7 |
| Mastery CS - Shoemaker Campus Philadelphia, PA | 3.7 |
| Philadelphia Electrical & Technology CHS Philadelphia, PA | 3.7 |
| School of the Future Philadelphia, PA | 3.7 |
| Woodland Hills HS Pittsburgh, PA | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chester HS
What grades does Chester HS serve?
Chester HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Chester HS?
Chester HS has an enrollment of approximately 863 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Chester HS?
The student-teacher ratio at Chester HS is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Chester HS rank in PA?
Chester HS ranks #2,603 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Chester HS's MySchoolScout rating?
Chester HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Chester HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Chester HS has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Chester HS a charter school?
No, Chester HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Chester HS a Title I school?
No, Chester HS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Chester HS?
99.5% of students at Chester 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
- 863
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Delaware County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 76.6%
- Phone
- (610) 447-3700
- 4-Year Graduation
- 46.0%
Resources & Links
District
Chester-Upland SD- District Enrollment
- 3,116
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,768
- District Rank
- #5 of 7
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