Below Average
#2530 of 2,846 schools in PA
Sharon Hill Sch
Elementary School · Southeast Delco SD
701 Coates Street, Sharon Hill, PA 19079
Enrollment
530
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
530
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,530 of 2,846
In Sharon Hill
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
Southeast Delco SD
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Sharon Hill Sch
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About Sharon Hill Sch
Sharon Hill Sch is a public elementary school in Sharon Hill, PA, part of Southeast Delco SD. Sharon Hill Sch serves approximately 530 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Sharon Hill Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,530 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Sharon Hill Sch show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 3.7
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
66% of students at Sharon Hill 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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Sharon Hill Sch — Students at Sharon Hill Sch score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 42 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: 4.7/10.
How Sharon Hill Sch Compares
See how Sharon Hill 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
701 Coates Street, Sharon Hill, PA 19079
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sharon Hill Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SS. CYRIL & PHILOMENA SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Lansdowne), which scores notably higher. Another option is Park Lane El Sch (rated 6.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Darby), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Colwyn El Sch (rated 5.8/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Colwyn), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sharon Hill, see our Sharon Hill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Academy Park HS Sharon Hill | 0.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Harris Sch Collingdale | 0.7 mi | 2.7 |
| Walnut Street El Sch Darby | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| CHRIST ACADEMY Collingdale | 0.7 mi | — |
| LIBERTY BAPTIST ACADEMY Glenolden | 0.9 mi | — |
| Penn Wood MS Darby | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Colwyn El Sch Colwyn | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Park Lane El Sch Darby | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Penrose Sch Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft Folcroft | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Delcroft Sch Folcroft | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Aldan El Sch Aldan | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Philadelphia Montessori CS Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Bell Avenue School Yeadon | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Southwest Leadership Academy CS Philadelphia | 1.5 mi | 3.2 |
| GREATER HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Southeast Delco Kindergarten Center Glenolden | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Darby Twp Sch Glenolden | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Glenolden Sch Glenolden | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| SS. CYRIL & PHILOMENA SCHOOL Lansdowne | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19079 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,002
Median Home Value
$159,800
Median Rent
$1,212/mo
Population
9,014
College Educated
23.8%
Homeownership
61.1%
Avg Commute
35.5 min
Poverty Rate
25.1%
Median Age
33.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Darby Twp Sch Glenolden, PA | 4.0 |
| Freemansburg El Sch Freemansburg, PA | 4.0 |
| Hillcrest El Sch Drexel Hill, PA | 4.0 |
| Lowell James R Sch Philadelphia, PA | 4.0 |
| Martin School Lancaster, PA | 4.0 |
| Prince Hall Sch Philadelphia, PA | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sharon Hill Sch
What grades does Sharon Hill Sch serve?
Sharon Hill Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Sharon Hill Sch?
Sharon Hill Sch has an enrollment of approximately 530 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sharon Hill Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Sharon Hill Sch is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sharon Hill Sch rank in PA?
Sharon Hill Sch ranks #2,530 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Sharon Hill Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Sharon Hill Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Sharon Hill Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sharon Hill Sch has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sharon Hill Sch a charter school?
No, Sharon Hill Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sharon Hill Sch a Title I school?
No, Sharon Hill Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sharon Hill Sch?
100.2% of students at Sharon Hill 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 530
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Delaware County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 66.0%
- Phone
- (610) 522-4355
Resources & Links
District
Southeast Delco SD- District Enrollment
- 4,088
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,413
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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