Serving 737 students in grades 1-5, Highland Park 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 31% (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 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 737 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Highland Park Elementary School serves the northeast part of Upper Darby, PA, covering approximately 1.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 0.6 miles to the school's edge and the furthest point being 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Highland Park Elementary School's student population of 737 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
737 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highland Park 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 Highland Park Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#2049 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
28%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
29%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
31%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
5%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
6%
3%
Showing 2009–2018. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Park Elementary School's ranking?
Highland Park Elementary School is ranked #2049 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% 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 Highland Park Elementary School?
737 students attend Highland Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Highland Park Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland Park Elementary School?
Highland Park Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Highland Park Elementary School offer ?
Highland Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Highland Park Elementary School part of?
Highland Park Elementary School is part of Upper Darby School District.
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