Chestnut Hill EL Sch

Chestnut Hill Elementary School serves 396 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Erie, Pennsylvania, earning recognition as one of the area's stronger academic performers. With a student-teacher ratio of 13.7:1 and 29 full-time equivalent teachers, the school provides a focused learning environment where students consistently achieve above-average results. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, with 68% of students scoring proficient or above in English Language Arts and 66% meeting proficiency standards in mathematics.

These results contribute to Chestnut Hill's impressive state ranking of #428 out of 2,852 Pennsylvania elementary schools, placing it in the 85th percentile statewide. Located at 1001 W 54th Street, the school serves families in a stable community where the median household income reaches $69,496 and 37% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The neighborhood's relatively low poverty rate of 11.9% reflects the economic stability that often supports educational achievement.

As a regular public elementary school, Chestnut Hill provides foundational education during these crucial early learning years, helping students build the academic skills they'll need for middle school and beyond. The school operates within Erie's mid-size suburban setting, offering families both educational quality and the benefits of a well-established residential community.