Serving 405 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Aston Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Aston El Sch serves the northwest part of Aston, PA, covering an area of approximately 3.8 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Aston Elementary School's student population of 405 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
405 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Aston Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aston Elementary School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#898 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
8%
16%
Black
3%
14%
White
83%
60%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.4%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aston Elementary School's ranking?
Aston Elementary School is ranked #898 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Aston Elementary School often compared to?
Aston Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pennell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Aston Elementary School?
405 students attend Aston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Aston Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aston Elementary School?
Aston Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Aston Elementary School offer ?
Aston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Aston Elementary School part of?
Aston Elementary School is part of Penn-Delco School District.
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