Below Average
#2140 of 2,846 schools in PA
Main Street Sch
Elementary School · Chester-Upland SD
704 Main St, Upland, PA 19015
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,140 of 2,846
In district
#3 of 7
Chester-Upland SD
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Main Street Sch
Elementary School in Upland · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Main Street Sch
Main Street Sch is a public elementary school in Upland, PA, part of Chester-Upland SD. Main Street Sch serves approximately 302 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Main Street Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,140 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Main Street Sch show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 3.7
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Main Street Sch 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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Main Street Sch — Students at Main Street Sch score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.7%
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: 4.9/10.
How Main Street Sch Compares
See how Main Street Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
704 Main St, Upland, PA 19015
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Main Street Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Nether Providence El Sch (rated 9.0/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Wallingford), which scores notably higher. Another option is DREXEL NEUMANN ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Chester), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FREDERICK DOUGLASS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Chester), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Upland, see our Upland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Toby Farms Intermediate School Chester Twp | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| STEM at Showalter Chester | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Parkside El Sch Parkside | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| FAITH TEMPLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chester | 0.9 mi | — |
| FREDERICK DOUGLASS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chester | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Chester Upland Sch of Arts Chester | 0.9 mi | 2.4 |
| Chester HS Chester | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| CENTER FOR SELF DEVELOPMENT Chester | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Coebourn El Sch Brookhaven | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Edgmont Scholars Academy Chester | 1.1 mi | 2.4 |
| DREXEL NEUMANN ACADEMY Chester | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Chester Charter Scholars Academy CS Chester | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| WIDENER UNIVERSITY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Chester | 1.3 mi | — |
| Nether Providence El Sch Wallingford | 1.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Stetser El Sch Chester | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Chester Community CS Chester | 1.5 mi | 1.8 |
| Northley MS Aston | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| MOTHER OF PROVIDENCE REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Wallingford | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Sun Valley HS Aston | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| HOLY FAMILY REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Aston | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,783
Median Home Value
$232,800
Median Rent
$1,170/mo
Population
16,590
College Educated
29.3%
Homeownership
77.9%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
41.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Andrew Maier El Sch Blandon, PA | 4.9 |
| Bridgeport El Sch Bridgeport, PA | 4.9 |
| Conemaugh Valley El Sch Johnstown, PA | 4.9 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Pen Argyl, PA | 4.9 |
| Marcus Hook El Sch Marcus Hook, PA | 4.9 |
| Morrisville Intermediate Sch Morrisville, PA | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Main Street Sch
What grades does Main Street Sch serve?
Main Street Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Main Street Sch?
Main Street Sch has an enrollment of approximately 302 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Main Street Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Main Street Sch is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Main Street Sch rank in PA?
Main Street Sch ranks #2,140 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Main Street Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Main Street Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Main Street Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Main Street Sch has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Main Street Sch a charter school?
No, Main Street Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Main Street Sch a Title I school?
No, Main Street Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Main Street Sch?
99.7% of students at Main Street 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 302
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Delaware County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.4%
- Phone
- (610) 447-3685
Resources & Links
District
Chester-Upland SD- District Enrollment
- 3,116
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,768
- District Rank
- #3 of 7
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