Serving 436 students in grades 1-5, Stonehurst Hills Elementary 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 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stonehurst Hills Elementary School serves the eastern part of Upper Darby, PA, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge being about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stonehurst Hills Elementary School's student population of 436 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
436 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stonehurst Hills Elementary 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 Stonehurst Hills Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2576 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
58%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
3%
3%
Showing 2009–2018. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stonehurst Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Stonehurst Hills Elementary School is ranked #2576 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Stonehurst Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Stonehurst Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charles Kelly Elementary School, Vision Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Stonehurst Hills Elementary School?
436 students attend Stonehurst Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Stonehurst Hills Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stonehurst Hills Elementary School?
Stonehurst Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Stonehurst Hills Elementary School offer ?
Stonehurst Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stonehurst Hills Elementary School part of?
Stonehurst Hills Elementary School is part of Upper Darby School District.
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