For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,416 students in Dresher, PA (there are 3 private schools, serving 226 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in Dresher, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in Dresher, PA are Jarrettown Elementary School and Sandy Run Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dresher, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in Dresher have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Dresher, PA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jarrettown Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1520 Limekiln Pike
Dresher, PA 19025
(215) 643-8951
Dresher, PA 19025
(215) 643-8951
Gr: K-5 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Sandy Run Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
520 Twining Rd
Dresher, PA 19025
(215) 576-1281
Dresher, PA 19025
(215) 576-1281
Gr: 6-8 | 962 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Dresher, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in Dresher, PA include Jarrettown Elementary School and Sandy Run Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Dresher?
2 public schools are located in Dresher.
What percentage of students in Dresher go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in Dresher are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Dresher?
Dresher public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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