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Best Schools in Albion, Pennsylvania

3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 3
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.1/10
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Choosing a school in Albion?

Use this page to compare every school in Albion by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Northwestern EL Sch

7.9/10

Elementary · Northwestern Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Northwestern Shs

5.7/10

High · Northwestern Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Northwestern MS

4.7/10

Middle · Northwestern Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Albion for 2026 are Northwestern EL Sch (7.9/10), Northwestern Shs (5.7/10), and Northwestern MS (4.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.

Schools

3

in this city

Avg Score

6.1

out of 10

Median Home

$152,100

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Most improved · 2022 → 2024
Northwestern EL Sch

STAAR proficiency rose +11.6 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Albion schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.

Top-Rated Schools in Albion

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Northwestern EL Sch 7.9 / 10
2 Northwestern Shs 5.7 / 10
3 Northwestern MS 4.7 / 10

See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.1/10

33% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$67,976

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$152,100

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
17%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
26 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
81%

Of occupied housing units

How Albion compares

Pennsylvania rank

#271 of 408

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.2

below Pennsylvania avg (6.3)

Median household income

$68k

86% of Pennsylvania median

Schools in this city

3

About Schools in Albion, Pennsylvania

Albion, Pennsylvania is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.1 out of 10, schools in Albion show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Albion is Northwestern EL Sch with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Albion is served by 1 school district: Northwestern SD. These districts collectively serve 1,208 students.

Albion's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $67,976. The poverty rate in the area is 11.9%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by ZIP: 16401 (3)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 338 students · Kindergarten–5th 7.9

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 278 students · 6th–8th 4.7

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 413 students · 9th–12th 5.7

Schools in Albion

Albion, Pennsylvania · 3 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$67,976

Median Home Value

$152,100

Median Rent

$636/mo

Population

3,842

College Educated

17%

Homeownership

81%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

11.9%

Community Profile

Albion has a median household income of $67,976. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $152,100, with a median rent of $636/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.9%. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Albion, Pennsylvania

How many schools are in Albion, Pennsylvania?

Albion has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Albion, Pennsylvania?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Albion is 6.1 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in Albion, Pennsylvania?

The top-ranked school in Albion on MySchoolScout is Northwestern EL Sch with a composite score of 7.9/10.

What is the best elementary school in Albion, Pennsylvania?

The top-ranked elementary school in Albion on MySchoolScout is Northwestern EL Sch with a composite score of 7.9/10.

What is the best middle school in Albion, Pennsylvania?

The top-ranked middle school in Albion on MySchoolScout is Northwestern MS with a composite score of 4.7/10.

What is the best high school in Albion, Pennsylvania?

The top-ranked high school in Albion on MySchoolScout is Northwestern Shs with a composite score of 5.7/10.

How many school districts serve Albion, Pennsylvania?

Albion is served by 1 school district: Northwestern Sd.

What is the education level in Albion, Pennsylvania?

According to Census data, 17% of adults in Albion have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Albion, Pennsylvania?

The median household income in Albion is approximately $67,976 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Albion, Pennsylvania?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Albion is 12.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Albion, Pennsylvania?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Pennsylvania Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.