Summary:
The 19004 zip code area is home to three exceptional schools - two elementary schools (Cynwyd School and Belmont Hills Elementary School) and one middle school (Bala-Cynwyd Middle School) - all of which are consistently ranked among the top schools in Pennsylvania and maintain a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Bala-Cynwyd Middle School stands out as a top-performing middle school, ranking 7th, 8th, and 13th in the state over the past three years. The school demonstrates exceptional academic achievement, with over 75% of students proficient or better in PSSA Math and over 84% proficient or better in PSSA English Language Arts and Science. Cynwyd School and Belmont Hills Elementary School also rank among the top elementary schools in Pennsylvania, with over 82% of their students scoring proficient or better on PSSA assessments.
The schools in the 19004 zip code area serve a relatively affluent student population, as evidenced by the low percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 10.9% to 15.7%. Additionally, the schools have relatively low student-teacher ratios, indicating a favorable learning environment. The high level of investment in education, with spending per student ranging from $26,731 to $32,025, further contributes to the exceptional performance of these schools, which are part of the Lower Merion School District.
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