For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 728 students in Chadds Ford, PA (there are , serving 194 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in Chadds Ford, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in Chadds Ford, PA are Chadds Ford Elementary School and Hillendale Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Chadds Ford, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 87% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in Chadds Ford have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Chadds Ford, PA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Chadds Ford Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3 Baltimore Pike
Chadds Ford, PA 19317
(610) 388-1112
Chadds Ford, PA 19317
(610) 388-1112
Grades: K-5
| 355 students
Rank: #22.
Hillendale Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1850 Hillendale Road
Chadds Ford, PA 19317
(610) 388-1439
Chadds Ford, PA 19317
(610) 388-1439
Grades: K-5
| 373 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Chadds Ford, PA?
The top ranked public schools in Chadds Ford, PA include Chadds Ford Elementary School and Hillendale Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Chadds Ford?
2 public schools are located in Chadds Ford.
What percentage of students in Chadds Ford go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in Chadds Ford are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Chadds Ford?
Chadds Ford public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Chadds Ford are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Chadds Ford include: Hillendale Elementary School vs. Chadds Ford Elementary School, Chadds Ford Elementary School vs. Hillendale Elementary School
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