Below Average
#2415 of 2,846 schools in PA
Highland Park EL Sch
Elementary School · Upper Darby SD
8301 West Chester Pike, Upper Darby, PA 19082
Enrollment
704
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
4.3
Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
704
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
4.3
Grades
1st – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,415 of 2,846
In Upper Darby
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#5 of 12
Upper Darby SD
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Highland Park EL Sch
Elementary School in Upper Darby · grades 1st – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Highland Park EL Sch
Highland Park EL Sch is a public elementary school in Upper Darby, PA, part of Upper Darby SD. Highland Park EL Sch serves approximately 704 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Highland Park EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,415 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Highland Park EL Sch show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 4.0
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Highland Park EL Sch — Students at Highland Park EL Sch score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100.1%
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: 3.4/10.
How Highland Park EL Sch Compares
See how Highland Park EL Sch 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
8301 West Chester Pike, Upper Darby, PA 19082
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highland Park EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Penn Wynne Sch (rated 9.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Wynnewood), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLY CHILD ACADEMY (rated 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Drexel Hill), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Chatham Park El Sch (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Havertown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Upper Darby, see our Upper Darby schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 9107 LITTLE FRIENDS ACADEMY INC Upper Darby | 0.5 mi | — |
| Upper Darby SHS Drexel Hill | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| MONSIGNOR BONNER & ARCHBISHOP PRENDERGAST HS Drexel Hill | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Beverly Hills MS Upper Darby | 1.0 mi | 2.5 |
| Lewis C Cassidy Academics Plus Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| Lamberton Robert E Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 2.5 |
| Bywood El Sch Upper Darby | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Hillcrest El Sch Drexel Hill | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Chatham Park El Sch Havertown | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Drexel Hill MS Drexel Hill | 1.1 mi | 3.0 |
| ROBERT J WILF PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Wynnewood | 1.2 mi | — |
| PERELMAN JEWISH DAY SCHOOL-STERN CENTER Wynnewood | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Penn Wynne Sch Wynnewood | 1.4 mi | 9.4 |
| CHILD STEPS Havertown | 1.3 mi | — |
| Upper Darby Kdg Ctr Drexel Hill | 1.3 mi | 3.7 |
| HOLY CHILD ACADEMY Drexel Hill | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| ST BERNADETTE SCHOOL Drexel Hill | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Penn Wood HS Lansdowne | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| ST ANDREW SCHOOL Drexel Hill | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Ardmore Avenue El Sch Lansdowne | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19082 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,551
Median Home Value
$155,400
Median Rent
$1,178/mo
Population
41,875
College Educated
22.7%
Homeownership
48.3%
Avg Commute
33.8 min
Poverty Rate
19.4%
Median Age
33.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Baresville El Sch Hanover, PA | 4.3 |
| Bywood El Sch Upper Darby, PA | 4.3 |
| Daniel J Flood El Sch Wilkes-Barre, PA | 4.3 |
| Davis Sch York, PA | 4.3 |
| Foose Sch Harrisburg, PA | 4.3 |
| Highlands El Sch Tarentum, PA | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highland Park EL Sch
What grades does Highland Park EL Sch serve?
Highland Park EL Sch serves students in grades 1st through 5th.
How many students attend Highland Park EL Sch?
Highland Park EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 704 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highland Park EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Highland Park EL Sch is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Highland Park EL Sch rank in PA?
Highland Park EL Sch ranks #2,415 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Highland Park EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Highland Park EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Highland Park EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highland Park EL Sch has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Highland Park EL Sch a charter school?
No, Highland Park EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Highland Park EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Highland Park EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Highland Park EL Sch?
100.1% of students at Highland Park EL Sch 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
- 1st – 5th
- Enrollment
- 704
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Delaware County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.9%
- Phone
- (610) 853-4530
Resources & Links
District
Upper Darby SD- District Enrollment
- 12,494
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,476
- District Rank
- #5 of 12
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