Serving 419 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Aston Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Aston Elementary School's student population of 419 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
419 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Aston Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aston Elementary School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1056 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
5%
14%
White
83%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aston Elementary School's ranking?
Aston Elementary School is ranked #1056 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Aston Elementary School often compared to?
Aston Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pennell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Aston Elementary School?
419 students attend Aston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Aston Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aston Elementary School?
Aston Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Aston Elementary School offer ?
Aston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Aston Elementary School part of?
Aston Elementary School is part of Penn-Delco School District.
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