Needs Improvement
#2623 of 2,846 schools in PA
Based on limited data
Upper Darby Kdg Ctr
Elementary School · Upper Darby SD
3200 State Rd, Drexel Hill, PA 19026
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on PA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
605
Student-Teacher
23.3:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Enrollment
605
Student-Teacher
23.3:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,623 of 2,846
In Drexel Hill
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#8 of 12
Upper Darby SD
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Upper Darby Kdg Ctr
Elementary School in Drexel Hill · grades Kindergarten – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Upper Darby Kdg Ctr
Upper Darby Kdg Ctr is a public elementary school in Drexel Hill, PA, part of Upper Darby SD. Upper Darby Kdg Ctr serves approximately 605 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-Kindergarten, and has a 23.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Upper Darby Kdg Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,623 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.0
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Upper Darby Kdg Ctr runs 23.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
38% of students at Upper Darby Kdg Ctr 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Upper Darby Kdg Ctr Compares
See how Upper Darby Kdg Ctr performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3200 State Rd, Drexel Hill, PA 19026
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Upper Darby Kdg Ctr may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLY CHILD ACADEMY (rated 9.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chatham Park El Sch (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Havertown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Manoa El Sch (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Havertown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Drexel Hill, see our Drexel Hill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Drexel Hill MS Drexel Hill | 0.2 mi | 3.0 |
| ST BERNADETTE SCHOOL Drexel Hill | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| ST ANDREW SCHOOL Drexel Hill | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Hillcrest El Sch Drexel Hill | 0.4 mi | 4.0 |
| HOLY CHILD ACADEMY Drexel Hill | 0.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Garrettford El Sch Drexel Hill | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Upper Darby SHS Drexel Hill | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| 9107 LITTLE FRIENDS ACADEMY INC Upper Darby | 1.0 mi | — |
| MONSIGNOR BONNER & ARCHBISHOP PRENDERGAST HS Drexel Hill | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| ST DOROTHY SCHOOL Drexel Hill | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Chatham Park El Sch Havertown | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Charles Kelly El Sch Drexel Hill | 1.4 mi | 3.7 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Havertown | 1.4 mi | — |
| Highland Park El Sch Upper Darby | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Ardmore Avenue El Sch Lansdowne | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| ST MARK'S CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Clifton Heights | 1.6 mi | — |
| Manoa El Sch Havertown | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Springfield | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Westbrook Park El Sch Clifton Heights | 1.8 mi | 3.8 |
| ANCONA MONTESSORI SCHOOL-DREXEL HILL Drexel Hill | 1.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19026 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,079
Median Home Value
$243,000
Median Rent
$1,316/mo
Population
32,749
College Educated
45.9%
Homeownership
66.7%
Avg Commute
31.3 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
36.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bethune Mary McLeod Sch Philadelphia, PA | 3.7 |
| Cheston El Sch Easton, PA | 3.7 |
| Drums El/MS Drums, PA | 3.7 |
| Juniata El Sch Altoona, PA | 3.7 |
| Key Francis Scott Sch Philadelphia, PA | 3.7 |
| Mastery CS-Clymer Elementary Philadelphia, PA | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Upper Darby Kdg Ctr
What grades does Upper Darby Kdg Ctr serve?
Upper Darby Kdg Ctr serves students in grades Kindergarten through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Upper Darby Kdg Ctr?
Upper Darby Kdg Ctr has an enrollment of approximately 605 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Upper Darby Kdg Ctr?
The student-teacher ratio at Upper Darby Kdg Ctr is 23.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Upper Darby Kdg Ctr rank in PA?
Upper Darby Kdg Ctr ranks #2,623 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Upper Darby Kdg Ctr's MySchoolScout rating?
Upper Darby Kdg Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Upper Darby Kdg Ctr a charter school?
No, Upper Darby Kdg Ctr is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Upper Darby Kdg Ctr a Title I school?
No, Upper Darby Kdg Ctr is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Upper Darby Kdg Ctr?
99.8% of students at Upper Darby Kdg Ctr 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 605
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Delaware County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.9%
- Phone
- (610) 284-7992
Resources & Links
District
Upper Darby SD- District Enrollment
- 12,494
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,476
- District Rank
- #8 of 12
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