Best Schools in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania
10 schools · 4 Elementary · 2 Middle · 3 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Bloomsburg by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Central Columbia EL Sch
Elementary · Central Columbia Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Central Columbia Shs
High · Central Columbia Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Beaver-main EL Sch
Elementary · Bloomsburg Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Bloomsburg for 2026 are Central Columbia EL Sch (8.7/10), Central Columbia Shs (8.6/10), and Beaver-main EL Sch (8.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 10 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
10
9 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$216,700
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
10
9 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$216,700
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Rates 8.7/10 despite 38% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.3 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Bloomsburg schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +14.2 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Bloomsburg schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Bloomsburg
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (10 of 10). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Central Columbia EL Sch | 8.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Central Columbia Shs | 8.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Beaver-main EL Sch | 8.2 / 10 |
| 4 | W W Evans Memorial EL Sch | 7.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Central Columbia MS | 7.2 / 10 |
| 6 | Memorial EL Sch | 6.8 / 10 |
| 7 | Columbia County Christian School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 8 | Columbia-montour Area Vocational-technical School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 9 | Bloomsburg Area HS | 5.9 / 10 |
| 10 | Bloomsburg Area MS | 4.9 / 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
- 7.1/10
- Median household income
- $66,145
- Median home value
- $216,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 33%
- Avg commute
- 19 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 63%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Bloomsburg compares
Pennsylvania rank
#115 of 408
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.8
above Pennsylvania avg (6.3)
Median household income
$66k
83% of Pennsylvania median
Schools in this city
10
About Schools in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania
Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania is home to 10 schools, including 9 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 7.1 out of 10, schools in Bloomsburg 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 Bloomsburg is Central Columbia EL Sch with a composite score of 8.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Bloomsburg is served by 3 school districts: Bloomsburg Area SD, Central Columbia SD, Columbia-Montour Area Vocational-Technical School. These districts collectively serve 4,084 students.
Bloomsburg's community shows 33% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $66,145. The poverty rate in the area is 18.6%.
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 | 704 students · Kindergarten–4th | 8.7 |
| 2 | 91 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.2 |
| 3 | 254 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.3 |
| 4 | 413 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.8 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 630 students · 5th–8th | 7.2 |
| 2 | 368 students · 6th–8th | 4.9 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 606 students · 9th–12th | 8.6 |
| 2 | 617 students · 9th–12th | 6.6 |
| 3 | 389 students · 9th–12th | 5.9 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Columbia County Christian School
Private
197 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.8 |
Schools in Bloomsburg
Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania · 10 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$66,145
Median Home Value
$216,700
Median Rent
$968/mo
Population
29,324
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
63%
Avg Commute
19 min
Poverty Rate
18.6%
Community Profile
Bloomsburg has a median household income of $66,145. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $216,700, with a median rent of $968/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.6%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 3
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania?
Bloomsburg has 10 schools, including 9 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Bloomsburg is 7.1 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 Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Bloomsburg on MySchoolScout is Central Columbia EL Sch with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in Bloomsburg on MySchoolScout is Central Columbia EL Sch with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked middle school in Bloomsburg on MySchoolScout is Central Columbia MS with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best high school in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked high school in Bloomsburg on MySchoolScout is Central Columbia Shs with a composite score of 8.6/10.
How many school districts serve Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania?
Bloomsburg is served by 3 school districts: Bloomsburg Area Sd, Central Columbia Sd, Columbia-montour Area Vocational-technical School.
What is the education level in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 33% of adults in Bloomsburg have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Bloomsburg is approximately $66,145 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania?
Yes, Bloomsburg has 1 private school alongside 9 public schools. The top-rated private school is Columbia County Christian School with a score of 6.8/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Bloomsburg is 13.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Bloomsburg, 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.