For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 6,823 students in Chester, PA (there are 6 private schools, serving 405 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in Chester, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in Chester, PA are Stetser Elementary School, Chester Charter Scholars Academy Charter School and Stem At Showalter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Chester, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in Chester have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Chester, PA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stetser Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
808 E 17th St
Chester, PA 19013
(610) 447-3795
Chester, PA 19013
(610) 447-3795
Gr: PK-6 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Chester Charter Scholars Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Highland Avenue
Chester, PA 19013
(610) 859-3010
Chester, PA 19013
(610) 859-3010
Gr: K-12 | 701 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Stem At Showalter
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1100 West 10th Street
Chester, PA 19013
(610) 447-3401
Chester, PA 19013
(610) 447-3401
Gr: 7-12 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Chester High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
232 West 9th St
Chester, PA 19013
(610) 447-3700
Chester, PA 19013
(610) 447-3700
Gr: 9-12 | 806 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Chester Upland School Of Arts
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
501 West 9th St
Chester, PA 19013
(610) 447-3777
Chester, PA 19013
(610) 447-3777
Gr: PK-5 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Chester Community Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
302 East 5th Street
Chester, PA 19013
(610) 447-0400
Chester, PA 19013
(610) 447-0400
Gr: K-8 | 3,782 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
1450 Edgmont Ave
Chester, PA 19013
(610) 872-1358
Chester, PA 19013
(610) 872-1358
Gr: PK-8 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Chester, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in Chester, PA include Stetser Elementary School, Chester Charter Scholars Academy Charter School and Stem At Showalter.
How many public schools are located in Chester?
7 public schools are located in Chester.
What percentage of students in Chester go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in Chester are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Chester?
Chester public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Chester are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Chester include: Stem At Showalter vs. Chester High School, Stetser Elementary School vs. Chester Upland School Of Arts
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