Serving 237 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Marcus Hook 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 237 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marcus Hook Elementary School's student population of 237 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 Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
237 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marcus Hook 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 Marcus Hook 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
#2267 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
15%
16%
Black
33%
14%
White
31%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
20%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marcus Hook Elementary School's ranking?
Marcus Hook Elementary School is ranked #2267 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Marcus Hook Elementary School often compared to?
Marcus Hook Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Linwood Elementary School, Hilltop Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Marcus Hook Elementary School?
237 students attend Marcus Hook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Marcus Hook Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marcus Hook Elementary School?
Marcus Hook Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marcus Hook Elementary School offer ?
Marcus Hook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marcus Hook Elementary School part of?
Marcus Hook Elementary School is part of Chichester School District.
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