Upper Merion Area SD

District Overview
Located in the vibrant community of King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, within the greater Philadelphia metropolitan area, Upper Merion Area School District serves as an established, fully operational regular public school system. Headquartered at 435 Crossfield Road, this large suburban district manages seven operational schools, delivering a complete K–12 educational pathway for 4,427 enrolled students. The district offers a welcoming, inclusive learning environment for a vibrant student body that spans kindergarten through 12th grade, characterized by rich demographic diversity, including strong representation among White, Hispanic, Asian, Black, and multiracial students.

To support its student body and deliver comprehensive educational services, Upper Merion Area School District maintains a robust professional workforce totaling nearly 1,400 full-time equivalent staff members. The district's instructional framework is anchored by more than 704 full-time equivalent teachers, complemented by 98 instructional aides and nearly 596 dedicated support staff personnel who ensure academic excellence, specialized learning assistance, and smooth daily operations. Families, prospective residents, and educational researchers seeking further details about academic programming and district initiatives are encouraged to visit the district’s official website at www.umasd.org or contact the administrative offices directly at (610) 205-6400.
7
Total Schools
4,427
Total Students
704.0
Full-Time Teachers
6.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Upper Merion Area SD
Demographic Student Count
White1,937
Hispanic685
Black644
Asian669
Two or More491
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    1,937 (43.8%)
  • Hispanic
    685 (15.5%)
  • Asian
    669 (15.1%)
  • Black
    644 (14.5%)
  • Two or More
    491 (11.1%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.0%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Upper Merion Area SD
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary5
Middle1
High1
Other0
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:7
Students:4,427*
Teachers (FTE):704.0*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.3
Schools in Upper Merion Area SD
Found 7 Schools