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Elementary Schools

Fern Hill Elementary School

West Chester Area SD · Chester County · 915 Lincoln Ave, West Chester, PA 19380.0

(484)266-1600

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8/10
#417
Rank 417 out of 1,545
Top 27%
English Language Arts8/10 · #327 · 79th percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #497 · 68th percentile
Science7/10 · #479 · 66th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Fern Hill Elementary sits in West Chester, one of Chester County's most charming borough towns — a walkable, historic community with a lively downtown, strong local pride, and easy access to both Philadelphia and the Brandywine Valley. The school performs solidly above average, with particular strength in English, making it a good fit for families who value a well-rounded academic foundation in a close-knit neighborhood setting. West Chester's mix of young families, tree-lined streets, and a genuinely engaged community gives Fern Hill a warm, grounded feel that goes beyond the numbers.

Student Demographics

187 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
127 (68%)
Hispanic
21 (11%)
Multiple Races
14 (7%)
Asian
13 (7%)
African American
12 (6%)

Key Indicators

English Learners16 (9%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged39 (21%)
Students with Disabilities23 (12%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

408
Enrollment
31.4
Teachers (FTE)
13:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs8/10 · #327 · 80th percentile

90 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Pennsylvania.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found