Best Schools in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania
8 schools · 4 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Bethel Park by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Bethel Memorial EL Sch
Elementary · Bethel Park Sd. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
William Penn EL Sch
Elementary · Bethel Park Sd. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Bethel Park HS
High · Bethel Park Sd. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Bethel Park for 2026 are Bethel Memorial EL Sch (8.8/10), William Penn EL Sch (8.8/10), and Bethel Park HS (8.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 7 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
8
7 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.6
out of 10
Median Home
$260,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
8
7 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.6
out of 10
Median Home
$260,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +15.2 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Bethel Park schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Bethel Park
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 rated schools; 8 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bethel Memorial EL Sch | 8.8 / 10 |
| 2 | William Penn EL Sch | 8.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Bethel Park HS | 8.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Benjamin Franklin EL Sch | 7.9 / 10 |
| 5 | Independence MS | 7.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Neil Armstrong 5-6 MS | 6.1 / 10 |
| 7 | George Washington EL Sch | 6.0 / 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
- 7.6/10
- Median household income
- $106,851
- Median home value
- $260,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 53%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
75% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Bethel Park compares
Pennsylvania rank
#37 of 424
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.3
above Pennsylvania avg (6.3)
Median household income
$107k
135% of Pennsylvania median
Schools in this city
8
Bethel Park SD runs Bethel Park's public schools
7 public schools. Bethel Park SD is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Bethel Park is a Bethel Park SD school (7 of 7).
Among 7 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 6.0 to 8.8 — the spread is inside Bethel Park, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania
Bethel Park, Pennsylvania is home to 8 schools, including 7 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.6 out of 10, schools in Bethel Park perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Bethel Park is Bethel Memorial EL Sch with a composite score of 8.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Bethel Park is served by 1 school district: Bethel Park SD. These districts collectively serve 4,021 students.
Bethel Park's community shows 53% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $106,851. The poverty rate in the area is 4.3%.
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.
Elementary Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 367 students · Kindergarten–4th | 8.8 |
| 2 | 206 students · Kindergarten–4th | 8.8 |
| 3 | 338 students · Kindergarten–4th | 7.9 |
| 4 | 280 students · Kindergarten–4th | 6.0 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 558 students · 7th–8th | 7.6 |
| 2 | 603 students · 5th–6th | 6.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,291 students · 9th–12th | 8.1 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hillcrest Christian AcademyPrivate 170 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Bethel Park
Bethel Park, Pennsylvania · 8 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$106,851
Median Home Value
$260,700
Median Rent
$1,220/mo
Population
30,589
College Educated
53%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Community Profile
Bethel Park has a median household income of $106,851. It is a well-educated community where 53% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $260,700, with a median rent of $1,220/month. The local poverty rate of 4.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
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School District
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Common questions about schools in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania?
Bethel Park has 8 schools, including 7 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Bethel Park is 7.6 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 Bethel Park, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Bethel Park on MySchoolScout is Bethel Memorial EL Sch with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in Bethel Park on MySchoolScout is Bethel Memorial EL Sch with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked middle school in Bethel Park on MySchoolScout is Independence MS with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best high school in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked high school in Bethel Park on MySchoolScout is Bethel Park HS with a composite score of 8.1/10.
How many school districts serve Bethel Park, Pennsylvania?
Bethel Park is served by 1 school district: Bethel Park Sd.
What is the education level in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 53% of adults in Bethel Park have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Bethel Park is approximately $106,851 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania?
Yes, Bethel Park has 1 private school alongside 7 public schools. The top-rated private school is Hillcrest Christian Academy with a score of 7.5/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Bethel Park is 12.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Bethel Park, 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.