For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,973 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 55% 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 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Aston, PA (2025)
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 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
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 | 419 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: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
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 | 1,056 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
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: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
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 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: n/an/a
Delaware County Technical High School - Marple
Vocational School
85 Malin Road
Aston, PA 19014
(610) 583-7620
Aston, PA 19014
(610) 583-7620
Gr: 9-12
Aston, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
200 Commerce Dr
Aston, PA 19014
(610) 494-2100
Aston, PA 19014
(610) 494-2100
Gr: PK-8 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
200 Commerce Drive
Aston, PA 19014
(610) 494-2100
Aston, PA 19014
(610) 494-2100
Gr: PK-12 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
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 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (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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