Serving 530 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Sharon Hill 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 10% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sharon Hill School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sharon Hill School's student population of 530 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
530 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Sharon Hill 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 Sharon Hill School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2404 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
86%
14%
White
3%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sharon Hill School's ranking?
Sharon Hill School is ranked #2404 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Sharon Hill School?
530 students attend Sharon Hill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Sharon Hill School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sharon Hill School?
Sharon Hill School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sharon Hill School offer ?
Sharon Hill School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sharon Hill School part of?
Sharon Hill School is part of Southeast Delco School District.
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