Edgmont Scholars Academy serves 372 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edgmont Scholars Academy's student population of 372 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
372 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Edgmont Scholars Academy is 0.15, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
92%
14%
White
4%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 08/17/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Edgmont Scholars Academy?
372 students attend Edgmont Scholars Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Edgmont Scholars Academy students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edgmont Scholars Academy?
Edgmont Scholars Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Edgmont Scholars Academy offer ?
Edgmont Scholars Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Edgmont Scholars Academy part of?
Edgmont Scholars Academy is part of Chester-Upland School District.
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