Serving 552 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 13% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (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 552 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
552 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Motto
Where it takes a village to raise a child.
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 0.31, 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
#2386 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
7%
16%
Black
83%
14%
White
5%
60%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
59%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sharon Hill School's ranking?
Sharon Hill School is ranked #2386 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Sharon Hill School often compared to?
Sharon Hill Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harris School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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?
552 students attend Sharon Hill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Sharon Hill School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sharon Hill School?
Sharon Hill School has a student ration of 11:1, 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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