For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,004 students in Aston, PA (there are 5 private schools, serving 485 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in Aston, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in Aston, PA are Pennell Elementary School, Hilltop Elementary School and Aston Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Aston, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in Aston have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Aston, PA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pennell Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3300 Richard Rd
Aston, PA 19014
(610) 497-6300
Aston, PA 19014
(610) 497-6300
Grades: K-5
| 401 students
Rank: #22.
Hilltop Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
401 Cherry Tree Road
Aston, PA 19014
(610) 485-6746
Aston, PA 19014
(610) 485-6746
Grades: K-4
| 317 students
Rank: #33.
Aston Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
900 Tryens Rd
Aston, PA 19014
(610) 497-6300
Aston, PA 19014
(610) 497-6300
Grades: K-5
| 419 students
Rank: #44.
Sun Valley High School
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2881 Pancoast Ave
Aston, PA 19014
(610) 497-6300
Aston, PA 19014
(610) 497-6300
Grades: 9-12
| 1,070 students
Rank: #55.
Northley Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2801 Concord Road
Aston, PA 19014
(610) 497-6300
Aston, PA 19014
(610) 497-6300
Grades: 6-8
| 758 students
Rank: #66.
Delaware County Technical High School-as
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 Crozerville Road
Aston, PA 19014
(610) 459-3050
Aston, PA 19014
(610) 459-3050
Grades: 9-12
| 39 students
Rank: n/an/a
Delaware County Technical High School-ma
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
85 Malin Road
Aston, PA 19014
(610) 583-7620
Aston, PA 19014
(610) 583-7620
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Aston, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
200 Commerce Dr
Aston, PA 19014
(610) 494-2100
Aston, PA 19014
(610) 494-2100
Grades: PK-8
| 442 students
Village Cs Of Chester-upland (Closed 2009)
Charter School
200 Commerce Drive
Aston, PA 19014
(610) 494-2100
Aston, PA 19014
(610) 494-2100
Grades: PK-12
| 490 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Aston, PA?
The top ranked public schools in Aston, PA include Pennell Elementary School, Hilltop Elementary School and Aston Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Aston?
7 public schools are located in Aston.
What percentage of students in Aston go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in Aston are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Aston?
Aston public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public schools in Aston are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Aston include: Pennell Elementary School vs. Aston Elementary School, Aston Elementary School vs. Pennell Elementary School, Delaware County Technical High School-ma vs. Delaware County Technical High School-as
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