Serving 529 students in grades 1-5, Garrettford 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 35% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower 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 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 529 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Garrettford El Sch serves a central area in Drexel Hill, PA, encompassing approximately 1.1 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 0.6 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Garrettford Elementary School's student population of 529 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
529 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Opportunity · Unity · Excellence
School Rankings
Garrettford 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 Garrettford 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
#1954 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
45%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
6%
3%
Showing 2009–2018. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garrettford Elementary School's ranking?
Garrettford Elementary School is ranked #1954 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Garrettford Elementary School often compared to?
Garrettford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillcrest Elementary School, Charles Kelly Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Garrettford Elementary School?
529 students attend Garrettford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Garrettford Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garrettford Elementary School?
Garrettford Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Garrettford Elementary School offer ?
Garrettford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Garrettford Elementary School part of?
Garrettford Elementary School is part of Upper Darby School District.
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