Serving 328 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Chadds Ford Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chadds Ford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Chadds Ford Elementary School's student population of 328 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
328 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chadds Ford Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chadds Ford Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#94 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
5%
Hispanic
7%
16%
Black
2%
14%
White
67%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Chargers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chadds Ford Elementary School's ranking?
Chadds Ford Elementary School is ranked #94 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Chadds Ford Elementary School often compared to?
Chadds Ford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillendale Elementary School, Pocopson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Chadds Ford Elementary School?
328 students attend Chadds Ford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Chadds Ford Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chadds Ford Elementary School?
Chadds Ford Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chadds Ford Elementary School offer ?
Chadds Ford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chadds Ford Elementary School part of?
Chadds Ford Elementary School is part of Unionville-Chadds Ford School District.
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