Excellent
#357 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 13% in state
Media EL Sch
Elementary School · Rose Tree Media SD
Front & Monroe Streets, Media, PA 19063
Enrollment
495
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
495
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#357 of 2,846
In Media
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
Rose Tree Media SD
Academic performance
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Media EL Sch
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About Media EL Sch
Media EL Sch is a public elementary school in Media, PA, part of Rose Tree Media SD. Media EL Sch serves approximately 495 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Media EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #357 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Media EL Sch show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 8.3
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Media EL Sch — Students at Media EL Sch score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
14.7%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 7.7/10.
How Media EL Sch Compares
See how Media 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
Front & Monroe Streets, Media, PA 19063
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Media EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wallingford El Sch (rated 9.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Wallingford), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Swarthmore-Rutledge Sch (rated 9.2/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Swarthmore), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Nether Providence El Sch (rated 9.0/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Wallingford), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Media, see our Media schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MEDIA-PROVIDENCE FRIENDS SCHOOL Media | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| THE WALDEN SCHOOL Media | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Rose Tree El Sch Media | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| ROSE TREE EARLY LEARNING CENTER Media | 1.3 mi | — |
| THE SCHOOL IN ROSE VALLEY Rose Valley | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Wallingford El Sch Wallingford | 1.3 mi | 9.3 |
| Indian Lane El Sch Media | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Springton Lake MS Media | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| DAVIDSON SCHOOL Elwyn | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Strath Haven HS Wallingford | 1.8 mi | 9.2 |
| Strath Haven MS Wallingford | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| BENCHMARK SCHOOL Media | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| ST MARY MAGDALEN SCHOOL Media | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| MOTHER OF PROVIDENCE REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Wallingford | 2.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Nether Providence El Sch Wallingford | 2.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Swarthmore-Rutledge Sch Swarthmore | 2.3 mi | 9.2 |
| Penncrest HS Media | 2.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Richardson MS Springfield | 2.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Coebourn El Sch Brookhaven | 3.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Springfield Literacy Center Springfield | 2.4 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19063 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$121,899
Median Home Value
$505,500
Median Rent
$1,623/mo
Population
38,206
College Educated
59.8%
Homeownership
69.7%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
44.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Media EL Sch
What grades does Media EL Sch serve?
Media EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Media EL Sch?
Media EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 495 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Media EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Media EL Sch is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Media EL Sch rank in PA?
Media EL Sch ranks #357 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Media EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Media EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Media EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Media EL Sch has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Media EL Sch a charter school?
No, Media EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Media EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Media EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Media EL Sch?
14.7% of students at Media 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 495
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 14.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Delaware County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.9%
- Phone
- (610) 627-6801
Resources & Links
District
Rose Tree Media SD- District Enrollment
- 4,188
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,344
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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