Edgmont Scholars Academy serves 478 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview <麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
Edgmont Scholars Academy's student population of 478 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
478 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
2006
The diversity score of Edgmont Scholars Academy is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
88%
14%
White
3%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
60%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions How many students attend Edgmont Scholars Academy?
478 students attend Edgmont Scholars Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Edgmont Scholars Academy students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 2% 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 18:1, 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 Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Edgmont Scholars Academy part of?
Edgmont Scholars Academy is part of Chester-Upland School District.
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