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Swarthmore-Rutledge School

Wallingford-Swarthmore SD · Delaware County · 100 College Ave, Swarthmore, PA 19081.0

(610)892-3470

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10/10
#28
Rank 28 out of 1,545
Top 2%
English Language Arts10/10 · #33 · 98th percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #36 · 98th percentile
Science10/10 · #102 · 93rd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Swarthmore-Rutledge sits in one of Delaware County's most charming boroughs — a walkable, tree-lined college town with a strong sense of civic identity and a community that genuinely invests in its schools. Academic performance here is among the highest in Pennsylvania, making it a natural draw for families who prioritize rigorous learning alongside a tight-knit neighborhood feel. If you're looking at homes in Swarthmore, the combination of the borough's character and a school like this one tends to be a big part of why people plant roots and stay.

Student Demographics

306 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
242 (79%)
Multiple Races
22 (7%)
Asian
21 (7%)
African American
13 (4%)
Hispanic
8 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners5 (2%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged31 (10%)
Students with Disabilities37 (12%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

578
Enrollment
42.4
Teachers (FTE)
13.6:1
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 Programs9/10 · #182 · 89th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found