Best Public Schools in Dresher, PA

Summary:

The city of Dresher, Pennsylvania is home to two exceptional schools, Sandy Run Middle School and Jarrettown Elementary School, both part of the highly-ranked Upper Dublin School District. These schools consistently demonstrate outstanding academic performance, with students exceeding state averages on standardized tests and earning top rankings in Pennsylvania.

Sandy Run Middle School is a standout institution, ranked 43rd out of 893 Pennsylvania middle schools and earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. With over 50% of students proficient or better in PSSA Math and over 75% in PSSA English Language Arts, the school's academic excellence is undeniable. Additionally, its diverse student population, with a higher percentage of minority students compared to Jarrettown Elementary School, reflects the inclusive nature of the community.

Jarrettown Elementary School also shines, ranking 111th out of 1,534 Pennsylvania elementary schools and earning a 5-star rating. With exceptional test scores, including 90.4% of 3rd-grade students proficient or better in PSSA Math, the school provides a strong foundation for its students. Furthermore, the lower student-to-teacher ratio at Jarrettown Elementary School suggests a more personalized learning environment, contributing to the school's impressive academic outcomes.

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2023)				Ranking (2022)				PSSA Math (2023)							PSSA Science (2023)			PSSA English Language Arts (2023)							Per Pupil Expenditures (2022)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	SchoolDigger Rating (2023)	Average Standard Score (2022)	Statewide Rank (2022)	State Percentile (2022)	Rank Change from Previous Year	PSSA Math 3rd Grade	PSSA Math 4th Grade	PSSA Math 5th Grade	PSSA Math 6th Grade	PSSA Math 7th Grade	PSSA Math 8th Grade	PSSA Math All Grades	PSSA Science 4th Grade	PSSA Science 8th Grade	PSSA Science All Grades	PSSA English Language Arts 3rd Grade	PSSA English Language Arts 4th Grade	PSSA English Language Arts 5th Grade	PSSA English Language Arts 6th Grade	PSSA English Language Arts 7th Grade	PSSA English Language Arts 8th Grade	PSSA English Language Arts All Grades	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Jarrettown Elementary School	Public	K-5	1520 Limekiln Pike	Dresher	19025	Montgomery County	Upper Dublin School District	No	No	No	No	(215) 643-8951	450	36	12.5	10.4%	369 (82.0%)	16 (3.6%)	18 (4.0%)	25 (5.6%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	22 (4.9%)	89.2	111^th of 1534 public elementary schools	92.8%		86.9	160^th of 1534 public elementary schools	89.6%	49	90.4	70.7	75.0				77.4	89.2		89.2	77.3	80.0	83.8				80.6	$22,978	$366	$22,612
Sandy Run Middle School	Public	6-8	520 Twining Rd	Dresher	19025	Montgomery County	Upper Dublin School District	No	No	No	No	(215) 576-1281	939	71	13.1	16.5%	693 (73.8%)	74 (7.9%)	36 (3.8%)	75 (8.0%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (0.3%)	58 (6.2%)	92.3	43^rd of 893 public middle schools	95.2%		95.2	22^nd of 883 public middle schools	97.5%	21				57.5	59.1	50.6	55.9		78.9	78.9				76.9	80.7	83.4	80.2	$21,870	$366	$21,504

Cities Near Dresher

City	Distance	# of Schools	Statewide Rank
Fort Washington	1.29 mi	2	35^th
Ambler	1.68 mi	4	37^th
Maple Glen	2.7 mi	1	34^th
Flourtown	2.72 mi	1	232^nd
Blue Bell	2.84 mi	2	24^th

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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.