For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,980 students in Aston, PA (there are 5 private schools, serving 485 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in Aston, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in Aston, PA are Hilltop Elementary School, Pennell Elementary School and Aston Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Aston, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in Aston have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Aston, PA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hilltop Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
401 Cherry Tree Road
Aston, PA 19014
(610) 485-6746
Aston, PA 19014
(610) 485-6746
Gr: K-4 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Pennell Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3300 Richard Rd
Aston, PA 19014
(610) 497-6300
Aston, PA 19014
(610) 497-6300
Gr: K-5 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Aston Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
900 Tryens Rd
Aston, PA 19014
(610) 497-6300
Aston, PA 19014
(610) 497-6300
Gr: K-5 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #44.
Sun Valley High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2881 Pancoast Ave
Aston, PA 19014
(610) 497-6300
Aston, PA 19014
(610) 497-6300
Gr: 9-12 | 1,042 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #55.
Northley Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2801 Concord Road
Aston, PA 19014
(610) 497-6300
Aston, PA 19014
(610) 497-6300
Gr: 6-8 | 748 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #66.
Delaware County Technical High School - Aston
Vocational School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 Crozerville Road
Aston, PA 19014
(610) 459-3050
Aston, PA 19014
(610) 459-3050
Gr: 9-12 | 80 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: n/an/a
Delaware County Technical High School - Marple
Vocational School
85 Malin Road
Aston, PA 19014
(484) 423-7003
Aston, PA 19014
(484) 423-7003
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Aston, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in Aston, PA include Hilltop Elementary School, Pennell Elementary School and Aston Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Aston?
7 public schools are located in Aston.
What percentage of students in Aston go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in Aston are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Aston?
Aston public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Aston are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Aston include: Pennell Elementary School vs. Aston Elementary School, Aston Elementary School vs. Pennell Elementary School, Delaware County Technical High School - Marple vs. Delaware County Technical High School - Aston
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