Serving 270 students in grades 1-5, Charles Kelly Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Charles Kelly El Sch serves the eastern part of Drexel Hill, PA, covering an attendance area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school lasting between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Charles Kelly Elementary School's student population of 270 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
270 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Charles Kelly Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles Kelly Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#2294 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
18%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
44%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles Kelly Elementary School's ranking?
Charles Kelly Elementary School is ranked #2294 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Charles Kelly Elementary School often compared to?
Charles Kelly Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stonehurst Hills Elementary School, Garrettford Elementary School, Vision Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Charles Kelly Elementary School?
270 students attend Charles Kelly Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Charles Kelly Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles Kelly Elementary School?
Charles Kelly Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Charles Kelly Elementary School offer ?
Charles Kelly Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Charles Kelly Elementary School part of?
Charles Kelly Elementary School is part of Upper Darby School District.
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