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#569 of 2,846 schools in PA

Top 20% in state

Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft

High School · Delaware County Technical High School

701 Henderson Boulevard, Folcroft, PA 19032

Enrollment

63

Student-Teacher

3.3:1

Score

7.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#569 of 2,846

In Folcroft

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

Delaware County Technical High School

Equity

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft

7.9/10

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About Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft

Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft is a public high school in Folcroft, PA, part of Delaware County Technical High School. Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft serves approximately 63 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 3.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #569 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2019) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2019).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.9
  • PA avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 63 students, Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 3.3:1 students to teachers, Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 3/4 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good36%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data5
Annual Change-1.46 pts/yr
Data Period2014–2019
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average36%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10% (2019 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30% (2019 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency20% (2019 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)-162% (model expectation from 2019 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+181.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment10.0Excellent29%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio3.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$164,667

Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft — Students at Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft score 20% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: -162%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

581%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores PA EDFACTS (2018-19)

Math Proficiency 17.3% (multi-year average, 2015-2019)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 26.7% (multi-year average, 2014-2019)
School
State
N/A

Based on 9 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2014
ELA
24.5%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2017
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2018
Math
10%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
10%
ELA
30%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.

How Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft Compares

See how Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.9/10
80th percentile in PA
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
10.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
581%
Teaching Staff
3:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers

Location

701 Henderson Boulevard, Folcroft, PA 19032

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Interboro SHS (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Prospect Park), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Academy Park HS (rated 4.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Sharon Hill), a more accessible option. For more schools in Folcroft, see our Folcroft schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Delcroft Sch Folcroft 0.2 mi 3.6
LIBERTY BAPTIST ACADEMY Glenolden 0.7 mi
Norwood Sch Norwood 1.0 mi 5.1
Academy Park HS Sharon Hill 1.3 mi 4.7
Sharon Hill Sch Sharon Hill 1.4 mi 4.0
Glenolden Sch Glenolden 1.2 mi 5.0
CHRIST ACADEMY Collingdale 1.6 mi
Harris Sch Collingdale 1.7 mi 2.7
Tinicum Sch Essington 1.6 mi 5.6
Darby Twp Sch Glenolden 1.5 mi 4.0
Kindergarten Academy Prospect Park 1.3 mi 8.1
Interboro SHS Prospect Park 1.4 mi 8.1
Southeast Delco Kindergarten Center Glenolden 1.6 mi 4.1
Prospect Park Sch Prospect Park 1.4 mi 5.5
Aldan El Sch Aldan 2.2 mi 5.6
Walnut Street El Sch Darby 2.0 mi 4.7
RIDLEY AREA YMCA-CHILDCARE Secane 1.9 mi 5.9
Colwyn El Sch Colwyn 2.0 mi 5.8
Penrose Sch Philadelphia 2.0 mi 3.5
Penn Wood MS Darby 2.3 mi 3.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,899

Median Home Value

$140,000

Median Rent

$1,363/mo

Population

6,748

College Educated

22.1%

Homeownership

72.6%

Avg Commute

25.8 min

Poverty Rate

17.1%

Median Age

32.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft

What grades does Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft serve?

Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft?

Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft has an enrollment of approximately 63 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft?

The student-teacher ratio at Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft is 3.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft rank in PA?

Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft ranks #569 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft's MySchoolScout rating?

Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2019) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2019).

Is Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft a charter school?

No, Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft a Title I school?

No, Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft?

581.0% of students at Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
67 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
63
Student-Teacher Ratio
3.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
581.0%
Type
vocational
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Delaware County

District

Delaware County Technical High School
District Enrollment
102
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$164,667
District Rank
#1 of 2

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