For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 534 students in Hereford, PA (there are , serving 16 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Hereford, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in Hereford, PA is Hereford Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hereford, PA public school have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in Hereford have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 51±¬ÁÏs in Hereford, PA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hereford Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1043 Gravel Pike
Hereford, PA 18056
(215) 679-4151
Hereford, PA 18056
(215) 679-4151
Gr: K-3 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Hereford, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in Hereford, PA include Hereford Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Hereford?
1 public schools are located in Hereford.
What percentage of students in Hereford go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Hereford are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Hereford?
Hereford public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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