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#180 of 2,846 schools in PA

Top 6% in state

New Hope-solebury Upper EL Sch

Elementary School · New Hope-Solebury SD

186 West Bridge Street, New Hope, PA 18938

Enrollment

273

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

8.7

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#180 of 2,846

In New Hope

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

New Hope-Solebury SD

School environment

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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New Hope-solebury Upper EL Sch

8.7/10

Elementary School in New Hope · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

New Hope-solebury MS

8.3/10

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9.5/10

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About New Hope-solebury Upper EL Sch

New Hope-solebury Upper EL Sch is a public elementary school in New Hope, PA, part of New Hope-Solebury SD. New Hope-solebury Upper EL Sch serves approximately 273 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. New Hope-solebury Upper EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #180 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for New Hope-solebury Upper EL Sch show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.4
  • PA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.23 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency73.2% (2024 PSSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency74% (2024 PSSA)
Math vs. State Avg+21.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+18.2 pts
Overall Proficiency74% (2024 PSSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)68% (model expectation from 2024 PSSA)
vs. Expected+5.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
Resources & Environment10.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$30,229
Chronic Absenteeism6.6%

New Hope-solebury Upper EL Sch — Students at New Hope-solebury Upper EL Sch score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

14.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 75.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
46.0% (2024 PSSA)
ELA Proficiency 79.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
53.3% (2024 PSSA)

Based on 36 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
91%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
90%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
91%
ELA
84%
2014
Math
65%
ELA
80%
2015
Math
76%
ELA
86%
2016
Math
73%
ELA
86%
2017
Math
71%
ELA
85%
2018
Math
68%
ELA
81%
2019
Math
68%
ELA
81%
2020*
Math
66%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
66%
ELA
72%
2022
Math
70.3%
ELA
73.3%
2024
Math
73%
ELA
74.1%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How New Hope-solebury Upper EL Sch Compares

See how New Hope-solebury Upper EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.7/10
94th percentile in PA
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
10.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
15%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

186 West Bridge Street, New Hope, PA 18938

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering New Hope-solebury Upper EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wrightstown El Sch (rated 9.5/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Wrightstown), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Newtown El Sch (rated 9.1/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Newtown), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Sol Feinstone El Sch (rated 8.8/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Newtown), with a very similar rating. For more schools in New Hope, see our New Hope schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.4 mi
School Distance Rating
New Hope-Solebury MS New Hope 0.1 mi 8.3
New Hope-Solebury HS New Hope 0.2 mi 9.5
Lambertville Public School Lambertville 0.9 mi 6.2
West Amwell Township School Lambertville 2.4 mi 5.2
New Hope-Solebury Lower El Sch Solebury 2.8 mi 8.1
South Hunterdon Regional High School Lambertville 3.8 mi 5.3
Sol Feinstone El Sch Newtown 5.4 mi 8.8
Delaware Township School Sergeantsville 5.5 mi 7.0
BUCKINGHAM FRIENDS SCHOOL Lahaska 4.4 mi 7.6
Central Bucks HS-East Doylestown 5.5 mi 8.7
Holicong MS Doylestown 5.5 mi 6.9
THE TITUSVILLE ACADEMY Titusville 6.2 mi 6.6
Wrightstown El Sch Wrightstown 7.2 mi 9.5
CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY Newtown 7.6 mi 7.9
Buckingham El Sch Buckingham 6.2 mi 7.5
EARLY LEARNING CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Buckingham 6.3 mi
ST ANDREW SCHOOL Newtown 8.0 mi 5.9
Newtown El Sch Newtown 8.0 mi 9.1
East Amwell Township Ringoes 6.8 mi 8.7
Bear Tavern Elementary School Titusville 7.4 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 18938 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$161,146

Median Home Value

$701,700

Median Rent

$2,005/mo

Population

13,192

College Educated

66.8%

Homeownership

87.7%

Avg Commute

34.5 min

Poverty Rate

2.2%

Median Age

58.1

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Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy Philadelphia, PA 8.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about New Hope-solebury Upper EL Sch

What grades does New Hope-solebury Upper EL Sch serve?

New Hope-solebury Upper EL Sch serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend New Hope-solebury Upper EL Sch?

New Hope-solebury Upper EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 273 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at New Hope-solebury Upper EL Sch?

The student-teacher ratio at New Hope-solebury Upper EL Sch is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does New Hope-solebury Upper EL Sch rank in PA?

New Hope-solebury Upper EL Sch ranks #180 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is New Hope-solebury Upper EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?

New Hope-solebury Upper EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 New Hope-solebury Upper EL Sch?

Based on loaded state assessment records, New Hope-solebury Upper EL Sch has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is New Hope-solebury Upper EL Sch a charter school?

No, New Hope-solebury Upper EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is New Hope-solebury Upper EL Sch a Title I school?

No, New Hope-solebury Upper EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Hope-solebury Upper EL Sch?

14.7% of students at New Hope-solebury Upper 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
273
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
14.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Bucks County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.6%

District

New Hope-Solebury SD
District Enrollment
1,262
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$30,229
District Rank
#2 of 4

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