Needs Improvement
#2816 of 2,846 schools in PA
Chester Upland Sch of Arts
Elementary School · Chester-Upland SD
501 West 9th St, Chester, PA 19013
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
2.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
2.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,816 of 2,846
In Chester
#5 of 7
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
Chester-Upland SD
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Chester Upland Sch of Arts
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About Chester Upland Sch of Arts
Chester Upland Sch of Arts is a public elementary school in Chester, PA, part of Chester-Upland SD. Chester Upland Sch of Arts serves approximately 425 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Chester Upland Sch of Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,816 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Chester Upland Sch of Arts show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.7
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
58% of students at Chester Upland Sch of Arts 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 Upland Sch of Arts — Students at Chester Upland Sch of Arts score 13% 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 36 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 2.2/10.
How Chester Upland Sch of Arts Compares
See how Chester Upland Sch of Arts performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
501 West 9th St, Chester, PA 19013
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Chester Upland Sch of Arts may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Nether Providence El Sch (rated 9.0/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Wallingford), which scores notably higher. Another option is Woodlyn El Sch (rated 7.0/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Woodlyn), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DREXEL NEUMANN ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chester, see our Chester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Chester HS Chester | 0.2 mi | 3.7 |
| FAITH TEMPLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chester | 0.3 mi | — |
| STEM at Showalter Chester | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Edgmont Scholars Academy Chester | 0.8 mi | 2.4 |
| Chester Community CS Chester | 0.7 mi | 1.8 |
| CENTER FOR SELF DEVELOPMENT Chester | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| FREDERICK DOUGLASS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chester | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Main Street Sch Upland | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| DREXEL NEUMANN ACADEMY Chester | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| WIDENER UNIVERSITY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Chester | 1.2 mi | — |
| Stetser El Sch Chester | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Parkside El Sch Parkside | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Toby Farms Intermediate School Chester Twp | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Eddystone El Sch Eddystone | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Chester Charter Scholars Academy CS Chester | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Nether Providence El Sch Wallingford | 2.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Coebourn El Sch Brookhaven | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
| MOTHER OF PROVIDENCE REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Wallingford | 2.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Woodlyn El Sch Woodlyn | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Northley MS Aston | 2.4 mi | 4.5 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Ad Prima CS Philadelphia, PA | 2.4 |
| Edgmont Scholars Academy Chester, PA | 2.4 |
| Rowen William Sch Philadelphia, PA | 2.4 |
| Sheridan El Sch Allentown, PA | 2.4 |
| Hamilton Andrew Sch Philadelphia, PA | 2.5 |
| Heston Edward Sch Philadelphia, PA | 2.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chester Upland Sch of Arts
What grades does Chester Upland Sch of Arts serve?
Chester Upland Sch of Arts serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Chester Upland Sch of Arts?
Chester Upland Sch of Arts has an enrollment of approximately 425 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Chester Upland Sch of Arts?
The student-teacher ratio at Chester Upland Sch of Arts is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Chester Upland Sch of Arts rank in PA?
Chester Upland Sch of Arts ranks #2,816 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Chester Upland Sch of Arts's MySchoolScout rating?
Chester Upland Sch of Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 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 Upland Sch of Arts?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Chester Upland Sch of Arts has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Chester Upland Sch of Arts a charter school?
No, Chester Upland Sch of Arts is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Chester Upland Sch of Arts a Title I school?
No, Chester Upland Sch of Arts is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Chester Upland Sch of Arts?
100.0% of students at Chester Upland Sch of Arts 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 425
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Delaware County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.9%
- Phone
- (610) 447-3777
Resources & Links
District
Chester-Upland SD- District Enrollment
- 3,116
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,768
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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