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Best Schools in Austin, Pennsylvania

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Public: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 8.7/10
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Use this page to compare every school in Austin by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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Austin Area Jshs

9.0/10

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

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Austin Area EL Sch

8.4/10

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

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Schools

2

in this city

Avg Score

8.7

out of 10

Median Home

$92,800

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Most improved · 2022 → 2024
Austin Area Jshs

STAAR proficiency rose +19.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Austin schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.

Top-Rated Schools in Austin

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Austin Area Jshs 9.0 / 10
2 Austin Area EL Sch 8.4 / 10

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Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
8.7/10

100% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$50,938

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$92,800

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
9%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
31 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
84%

Of occupied housing units

How Austin compares

Median household income

$51k

64% of Pennsylvania median

About Schools in Austin, Pennsylvania

Austin, Pennsylvania is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 8.7 out of 10, schools in Austin perform strongly 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 Austin is Austin Area Jshs with a composite score of 9.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Austin is served by 1 school district: Austin Area SD. These districts collectively serve 154 students.

Austin's community shows 9% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $50,938. The poverty rate in the area is 10.3%.

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.

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Filter by ZIP: 16720 (2)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Austin Area EL Sch
77 students · Pre-K–6th 		8.4

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Austin Area Jshs
77 students · 7th–12th 		9.0

Schools in Austin

Austin, Pennsylvania · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$50,938

Median Home Value

$92,800

Median Rent

$784/mo

Population

1,196

College Educated

9%

Homeownership

84%

Avg Commute

31 min

Poverty Rate

10.3%

Community Profile

Austin has a median household income of $50,938. It is a community where 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $92,800, with a median rent of $784/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.3%. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State
Pennsylvania
Elementary
1
High
1

Resources

🔍 Google "Austin schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Austin 📊 Niche Austin Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools
School District

Austin Area SD

2 schools · 154 students

Nearby Cities

Coudersport (3 schools)
13 mi
Emporium (2 schools)
11 mi
Port Allegany (4 schools)
18 mi
Shinglehouse (1 school)
24 mi
Smethport (2 schools)
22 mi
Eldred (1 school)
27 mi
Ulysses (2 schools)
28 mi
Genesee (2 schools)
29 mi
Renovo (3 schools)
28 mi
Duke Center (1 school)
29 mi
Saint Marys (6 schools)
28 mi

Other Major Cities in Pennsylvania

Top metros statewide by school count.

Philadelphia 421 schools Pittsburgh 208 schools Harrisburg 64 schools Lancaster 54 schools York 52 schools

How we rate schools

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Austin, Pennsylvania

How many schools are in Austin, Pennsylvania?

Austin has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Austin, Pennsylvania?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Austin is 8.7 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 Austin, Pennsylvania?

The top-ranked school in Austin on MySchoolScout is Austin Area Jshs with a composite score of 9.0/10.

What is the best elementary school in Austin, Pennsylvania?

The top-ranked elementary school in Austin on MySchoolScout is Austin Area EL Sch with a composite score of 8.4/10.

What is the best high school in Austin, Pennsylvania?

The top-ranked high school in Austin on MySchoolScout is Austin Area Jshs with a composite score of 9.0/10.

How many school districts serve Austin, Pennsylvania?

Austin is served by 1 school district: Austin Area Sd.

What is the education level in Austin, Pennsylvania?

According to Census data, 9% of adults in Austin have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Austin, Pennsylvania?

The median household income in Austin is approximately $50,938 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Austin is 11.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Austin, 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.