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2 schools in Swarthmore

Pennsylvania · Public K-12

Swarthmore sits inside Pennsylvania and runs 2 public K-12 schools, serving about 926 students between them, an average of 463 per campus.

7-year change in Swarthmore

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
926
-60 (-6%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
2
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
79%
was 80%
% Hispanic
4%
was 3%
% Black
4%
was 5%
% Asian
5%
was 7%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Grace Park El SchElementaryKG-05366
Swarthmore-Rutledge SchElementaryKG-05560

About Swarthmore

Across Swarthmore, Pennsylvania, 2 public schools hosts about 926 students between them.

Per-campus enrollment runs near 463, lower than the state mean of about 569.

Trend over the past 7 years. Combined enrollment now sits at 926 students, contracted 6% from the 986 reported in SY 2017-18.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Swarthmore discusses comparison threads between local schools and program reviews. Posts come from current and former families, staff, and alumni.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Swarthmore, Pennsylvania?
There are 2 public K-12 schools in Swarthmore, with a combined enrollment of about 926.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Swarthmore?
Swarthmore has 2 elementary public schools.
What is the largest public school in Swarthmore?
Swarthmore-Rutledge Sch is the largest public school in Swarthmore by enrollment, with approximately 560 students.
What school districts serve Swarthmore?
Swarthmore is served by 2 public school districts, including Ridley SD, Wallingford-Swarthmore SD.
What grade levels do public schools in Swarthmore cover?
Public schools in Swarthmore serve students from kindergarten through grade 5.