Serving 554 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Delcroft 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 35% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% 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: 554 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Delcroft School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Delcroft School's student population of 554 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
554 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1960
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Delcroft 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 Delcroft School is 0.41, 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
#2328 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
6%
16%
Black
76%
14%
White
10%
60%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knight
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Delcroft School's ranking?
Delcroft School is ranked #2328 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Delcroft School often compared to?
Delcroft 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 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Delcroft School?
554 students attend Delcroft School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Delcroft School students are Black, 10% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Delcroft School?
Delcroft School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Delcroft School offer ?
Delcroft School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Delcroft School part of?
Delcroft School is part of Southeast Delco School District.
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