For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,176 students in Derry, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Derry, PA are Grandview Elementary School and Derry Area Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Derry, PA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in Derry have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Derry, PA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Grandview Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
188 Recreation Rd
Derry, PA 15627
(724) 694-2400
Derry, PA 15627
(724) 694-2400
Grades: K-5
| 755 students
Rank: #22.
Derry Area Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
994 North Chestnut St Ext
Derry, PA 15627
(724) 694-8231
Derry, PA 15627
(724) 694-8231
Grades: 6-8
| 421 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Derry, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Derry, PA include Grandview Elementary School and Derry Area Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Derry?
2 public elementary schools are located in Derry.
What is the racial composition of students in Derry?
Derry public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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