Very Good
#928 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 33% in state
Sarah W Starkweather EL Sch
Elementary School · West Chester Area SD
1050 Wilmington Pike, West Chester, PA 19382
Enrollment
575
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
575
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#928 of 2,846
In West Chester
#13 of 19
public schools
In district
#13 of 17
West Chester Area SD
Academic performance
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Sarah W Starkweather EL Sch
Sarah W Starkweather EL Sch is a public elementary school in West Chester, PA, part of West Chester Area SD. Sarah W Starkweather EL Sch serves approximately 575 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Sarah W Starkweather EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #928 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Sarah W Starkweather EL Sch show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.9
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Sarah W Starkweather EL Sch — Students at Sarah W Starkweather EL Sch score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
20%
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: 6.6/10.
How Sarah W Starkweather EL Sch Compares
See how Sarah W Starkweather 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
1050 Wilmington Pike, West Chester, PA 19382
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sarah W Starkweather EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chadds Ford El Sch (rated 9.2/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Chadds Ford), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pocopson El Sch (rated 9.0/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Greystone El Sch (rated 8.9/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Chester, see our West Chester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Stetson MS West Chester | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER West Chester | 1.3 mi | — |
| Westtown-Thornbury El Sch West Chester | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| ST AGNES CATHOLIC SCHOOL West Chester | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| West Chester Bayard Rustin HS West Chester | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Hillsdale El Sch West Chester | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| West Chester Henderson HS West Chester | 2.6 mi | 8.5 |
| WEST CHESTER FRIENDS SCHOOL West Chester | 2.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Glen Acres El Sch West Chester | 2.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Fern Hill El Sch West Chester | 3.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Pocopson El Sch West Chester | 3.0 mi | 9.0 |
| THE CONCEPT SCHOOL West Chester | 2.7 mi | — |
| West Chester East HS West Chester | 3.5 mi | 8.6 |
| WESTTOWN SCHOOL West Chester | 2.9 mi | 8.4 |
| J R Fugett MS West Chester | 3.6 mi | 6.4 |
| 21st Century Cyber CS West Chester | 4.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Chadds Ford El Sch Chadds Ford | 4.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Greystone El Sch West Chester | 4.2 mi | 8.9 |
| East Bradford El Sch West Chester | 3.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Penn Wood El Sch West Chester | 3.6 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19382 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$126,159
Median Home Value
$542,400
Median Rent
$1,788/mo
Population
53,035
College Educated
64.4%
Homeownership
71.6%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
40.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sarah W Starkweather EL Sch
What grades does Sarah W Starkweather EL Sch serve?
Sarah W Starkweather EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sarah W Starkweather EL Sch?
Sarah W Starkweather EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 575 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sarah W Starkweather EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Sarah W Starkweather EL Sch is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sarah W Starkweather EL Sch rank in PA?
Sarah W Starkweather EL Sch ranks #928 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Sarah W Starkweather EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Sarah W Starkweather EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Sarah W Starkweather EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sarah W Starkweather EL Sch has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sarah W Starkweather EL Sch a charter school?
No, Sarah W Starkweather EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sarah W Starkweather EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Sarah W Starkweather EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sarah W Starkweather EL Sch?
20.0% of students at Sarah W Starkweather 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
- 575
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 20.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Chester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.8%
- Phone
- (484) 266-2200
Resources & Links
District
West Chester Area SD- District Enrollment
- 12,109
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,081
- District Rank
- #13 of 17
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