For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,356 students in Dresher, PA (there are 3 private schools, serving 226 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in Dresher, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in Dresher, PA are Jarrettown Elementary School and Sandy Run MiddleSchool. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dresher, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in Dresher have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Dresher, PA (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jarrettown Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1520 Limekiln Pike
Dresher, PA 19025
(215) 643-8951
Dresher, PA 19025
(215) 643-8951
Grades: K-5
| 428 students
Rank: #22.
Sandy Run MiddleSchool
(Math: 60% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
520 Twining Rd
Dresher, PA 19025
(215) 576-1281
Dresher, PA 19025
(215) 576-1281
Grades: 6-8
| 928 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Dresher, PA?
The top ranked public schools in Dresher, PA include Jarrettown Elementary School and Sandy Run MiddleSchool.
How many public schools are located in Dresher, PA?
2 public schools are located in Dresher, PA.
What percentage of students in Dresher, PA go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in Dresher, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Dresher, PA?
Dresher, PA public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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