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#2771 of 2,846 schools in PA

Stonehurst Hills EL Sch

Elementary School · Upper Darby SD

7051 Ruskin Ln, Upper Darby, PA 19082

Enrollment

471

Student-Teacher

10.5:1

Score

2.9

Grades

1st – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#2,771 of 2,846

In Upper Darby

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#11 of 12

Upper Darby SD

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Stonehurst Hills EL Sch

2.9/10

Elementary School in Upper Darby · grades 1st – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.5/10

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5.0/10

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About Stonehurst Hills EL Sch

Stonehurst Hills EL Sch is a public elementary school in Upper Darby, PA, part of Upper Darby SD. Stonehurst Hills EL Sch serves approximately 471 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Stonehurst Hills EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,771 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for Stonehurst Hills EL Sch show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.0
  • PA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

37% of students at Stonehurst Hills EL 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.31 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics2.1Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency9% (2024 PSSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency13.2% (2024 PSSA)
Math vs. State Avg-42.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-42.6 pts
Overall Proficiency11% (2024 PSSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2024 PSSA)
vs. Expected-22.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile5th
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,476
Chronic Absenteeism37.2%

Stonehurst Hills EL Sch — Students at Stonehurst Hills EL Sch score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 19.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
46.0% (2024 PSSA)
ELA Proficiency 27.1% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
73%
ELA
56%
2010
Math
58%
ELA
56%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
40%
2012
Math
40%
ELA
36%
2013
Math
29%
ELA
38%
2014
Math
7%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
12%
ELA
29%
2016
Math
8%
ELA
23%
2017
Math
8%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
9%
ELA
24%
2019
Math
9%
ELA
24%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
7.3%
ELA
15.3%
2024
Math
9%
ELA
13.2%

* 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: 2.9/10.

How Stonehurst Hills EL Sch Compares

See how Stonehurst Hills EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
2.9/10
3th percentile in PA
Academic
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
37.2%

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

7051 Ruskin Ln, Upper Darby, PA 19082

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stonehurst Hills EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LANSDOWNE FRIENDS SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Lansdowne), which scores notably higher. Another option is Vision Academy CS (rated 7.5/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Lansdowne), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SS. CYRIL & PHILOMENA SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Lansdowne), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Upper Darby, see our Upper Darby schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Vision Academy CS Lansdowne 0.4 mi 7.5
East Lansdowne El Sch East Lansdowne 0.5 mi 5.0
Bywood El Sch Upper Darby 0.6 mi 4.3
Anderson Add B Sch Philadelphia 0.7 mi 4.8
Beverly Hills MS Upper Darby 0.8 mi 2.5
Penn Wood HS Lansdowne 0.8 mi 4.4
Bryant William C Sch Philadelphia 0.8 mi 5.1
W B Evans El Sch Yeadon 1.0 mi 5.9
Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy Yeadon 1.0 mi
Motivation HS Philadelphia 0.9 mi 5.5
SS. CYRIL & PHILOMENA SCHOOL Lansdowne 1.1 mi 6.3
LANSDOWNE FRIENDS SCHOOL Lansdowne 1.0 mi 7.8
KIDS WORLD CHRISTIAN EDU CENTER Philadelphia 1.0 mi
West Phila. Achievement CES Philadelphia 1.4 mi 3.3
Sayre William L MS Philadelphia 1.1 mi 5.0
SHEPHERD'S CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia 1.5 mi 5.5
Mastery CS-Harrity Campus Philadelphia 1.2 mi 4.8
63RD ST MULTICULTURAL ACAD OF ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE Philadelphia 1.3 mi 7.0
Hamilton Andrew Sch Philadelphia 1.2 mi 2.5
Overbrook Edu Ctr Philadelphia 1.6 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19082 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,551

Median Home Value

$155,400

Median Rent

$1,178/mo

Population

41,875

College Educated

22.7%

Homeownership

48.3%

Avg Commute

33.8 min

Poverty Rate

19.4%

Median Age

33.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stonehurst Hills EL Sch

What grades does Stonehurst Hills EL Sch serve?

Stonehurst Hills EL Sch serves students in grades 1st through 5th.

How many students attend Stonehurst Hills EL Sch?

Stonehurst Hills EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 471 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Stonehurst Hills EL Sch?

The student-teacher ratio at Stonehurst Hills EL Sch is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Stonehurst Hills EL Sch rank in PA?

Stonehurst Hills EL Sch ranks #2,771 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is Stonehurst Hills EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?

Stonehurst Hills EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 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 Stonehurst Hills EL Sch?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stonehurst Hills EL Sch has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Stonehurst Hills EL Sch a charter school?

No, Stonehurst Hills EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Stonehurst Hills EL Sch a Title I school?

No, Stonehurst Hills EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stonehurst Hills EL Sch?

100.2% of students at Stonehurst Hills 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
82 Very Walkable
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
471
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Delaware County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
37.2%

District

Upper Darby SD
District Enrollment
12,494
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,476
District Rank
#11 of 12

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