Education details for Chester, PA

Education Levels

The median income is an important factor to consider when evaluating the affordability of a city or town.

Education Level	Count
No Schooling	233
High School Diploma	8,169
Less than High School	3,669
Bachelor's Degree and Higher	2,768

Impact of Education on Community

Education plays a crucial role in shaping the quality of life and economic conditions of a community. Higher education levels are often associated with better job opportunities, higher income, and improved quality of life. Conversely, lower education levels can contribute to higher crime rates and increased cost of living due to limited economic opportunities. Understanding the educational landscape of an area can provide valuable insights into its social and economic dynamics.

Schools Overview

Explore the educational landscape of the area through detailed information about local schools. This includes data on school levels, teacher and student numbers, diversity, and graduation rates, which can help in evaluating the quality of education available.

Name	Level	Teachers	Students	Teachers/Students	By race	Male/Female	Grad. Rate
Chester Community CS	Elementary	234	None	None	Data not available	Data not available	None
Widener Partnership CS	Not reported	None	None	None	Data not available	Data not available	None
Chester Charter Scholars Academy CS	Other	56	700	1/12	asian: 1 black: 662 hispanic: 27 white: 2 other: 8	341/ 359	None
Stetser El Sch	Elementary	20	245	1/12	asian: 0 black: 200 hispanic: 28 white: 4 other: 13	115/ 130	None
Chester HS	High	56	919	1/16	asian: 1 black: 744 hispanic: 132 white: 18 other: 24	490/ 429	42.57813
Chester Upland Sch of Arts	Elementary	30	424	1/14	asian: 2 black: 371 hispanic: 24 white: 10 other: 17	211/ 213	None
STEM at Showalter	High	40	484	1/12	asian: 4 black: 421 hispanic: 48 white: 4 other: 7	208/ 276	96.55172
Edgmont Scholars Academy	Elementary	24	372	1/15	asian: 1 black: 343 hispanic: 12 white: 14 other: 2	205/ 167	None

Name: Chester Community CS

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 234

Students: None

Teachers/Students: None

By race: Data not available

Male/Female: Data not available

Grad. Rate: None

Name: Widener Partnership CS

Level: Not reported

Teachers: None

Students: None

Teachers/Students: None

By race: Data not available

Male/Female: Data not available

Grad. Rate: None

Name: Chester Charter Scholars Academy CS

Level: Other

Teachers: 56

Students: 700

Teachers/Students: 1/12

By race: asian: 1
black: 662
hispanic: 27
white: 2
other: 8

Male/Female: 341/ 359

Grad. Rate: None

Name: Stetser El Sch

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 20

Students: 245

Teachers/Students: 1/12

By race: asian: 0
black: 200
hispanic: 28
white: 4
other: 13

Male/Female: 115/ 130

Grad. Rate: None

Name: Chester HS

Level: High

Teachers: 56

Students: 919

Teachers/Students: 1/16

By race: asian: 1
black: 744
hispanic: 132
white: 18
other: 24

Male/Female: 490/ 429

Grad. Rate: 42.57813

Name: Chester Upland Sch of Arts

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 30

Students: 424

Teachers/Students: 1/14

By race: asian: 2
black: 371
hispanic: 24
white: 10
other: 17

Male/Female: 211/ 213

Grad. Rate: None

Name: STEM at Showalter

Level: High

Teachers: 40

Students: 484

Teachers/Students: 1/12

By race: asian: 4
black: 421
hispanic: 48
white: 4
other: 7

Male/Female: 208/ 276

Grad. Rate: 96.55172

Name: Edgmont Scholars Academy

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 24

Students: 372

Teachers/Students: 1/15

By race: asian: 1
black: 343
hispanic: 12
white: 14
other: 2

Male/Female: 205/ 167

Grad. Rate: None

In Chester, PA, evaluating the educational landscape is crucial for families considering relocation. Here are seven key factors to consider when assessing neighborhood schools: 1. Teacher-to-Student Ratio: A lower ratio indicates more individualized attention for students, which can foster better learning outcomes. For instance, a 1:12 ratio suggests that teachers could more effectively cater to individual learning needs compared to schools with higher ratios. 2. Graduation Rates: High graduation rates are typically reflective of a school’s ability to support students through their educational journey, indicating strong academic and administrative frameworks. 3. Diversity in Schools: Schools with diverse student populations offer enriched cultural experiences and promote inclusivity. This diversity aids in preparing students for a global society and fosters a broad-minded community atmosphere. 4. School Budget and Resources: Adequate funding is crucial, influencing the quality of academic resources, facilities, and extracurricular opportunities available to students. A well-funded school is better positioned to offer comprehensive educational experiences. 5. Academic and Extracurricular Programs: Programs such as advanced coursework, sports, and arts are key to holistic student development. Evaluating these offerings can help align school choices with a child’s interests and strengths. 6. Safety and Environment: The safety of a school environment has direct implications on student well-being and learning efficiency. Factors such as campus security measures and the overall atmosphere are important considerations. 7. School Leadership and Vision: A school’s leadership and its educational philosophy can greatly affect the quality of education and the community sense within the school. Understanding the administrative vision is essential for assessing if the school's goals align with your values. Considering these factors, along with visiting schools and engaging with the community, will provide deeper insights and facilitate informed decisions, ensuring that the chosen educational path aligns with your family's priorities in Chester.