Chester-Upland SD

Located in Chester, Pennsylvania, within the greater Philadelphia metropolitan region, the Chester-Upland School District serves as a vital educational foundation for its large suburban community. Operating as an active, traditional public school system, the district manages seven operational schools offering comprehensive learning programs from pre-kindergarten all the way through twelfth grade. Based out of its central administrative offices in Chester, the district educates a diverse body of 3,143 students, maintaining a dedicated focus on academic progression from early childhood foundational skills to high school graduation readiness.

To support its student body across every stage of development, Chester-Upland School District maintains a strong workforce comprising approximately 812 full-time equivalent staff members. The instructional backbone includes over 430 full-time educators, supported by 63 instructional aides and 315 administrative and specialized support personnel. This substantial staffing structure ensures that classrooms benefit from balanced student-to-teacher attention while delivering essential academic, operational, and holistic support services, reflecting the district's ongoing dedication to student achievement and community engagement.