Best Schools in Boiling Springs, Pennsylvania
5 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Boiling Springs?
Use this page to compare every school in Boiling Springs by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Boiling Springs HS
High · South Middleton Sd. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Yellow Breeches MS
Middle · South Middleton Sd. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Iron Forge EL Sch
Elementary · South Middleton Sd. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Boiling Springs for 2026 are Boiling Springs HS (6.8/10), Yellow Breeches MS (5.3/10), and Iron Forge EL Sch (4.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 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
5
4 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.0
out of 10
Median Home
$370,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
5
4 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.0
out of 10
Median Home
$370,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +0.9 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Boiling Springs schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Boiling Springs
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 rated schools; 5 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Boiling Springs HS | 6.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Yellow Breeches MS | 5.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Iron Forge EL Sch | 4.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Monroe EL Sch | 3.5 / 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
- 5.0/10
- Median household income
- $114,803
- Median home value
- $370,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 49%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Boiling Springs compares
Pennsylvania rank
#381 of 424
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.2
below Pennsylvania avg (6.3)
Median household income
$115k
145% of Pennsylvania median
Schools in this city
4
South Middleton SD runs 75% of Boiling Springs's public schools
Boiling Springs touches 2 districts, but South Middleton SD is the one most addresses actually attend.
South Middleton SD accounts for 3 of 4 public schools (75%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 4 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.5 to 6.8 — the spread is inside Boiling Springs, not a citywide average.
- South Middleton SD3 public · 75%
- Cumberland Valley SD1 public · 25%
About Schools in Boiling Springs, Pennsylvania
Boiling Springs, Pennsylvania is home to 5 schools, including 4 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.0 out of 10, schools in Boiling Springs show moderate performance 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 Boiling Springs is Boiling Springs HS with a composite score of 6.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Boiling Springs is served by 2 school districts: Cumberland Valley SD, South Middleton SD. These districts collectively serve 12,421 students.
Boiling Springs's community shows 49% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $114,803. The poverty rate in the area is 5.6%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 470 students · 3rd–5th | 4.5 |
| 2 | 522 students · Kindergarten–5th | 3.5 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 498 students · 6th–8th | 5.3 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 744 students · 9th–12th | 6.8 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cherub Montessori CenterPrivate 10 students · UG–UG | Not Rated |
Schools in Boiling Springs
Boiling Springs, Pennsylvania · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$114,803
Median Home Value
$370,500
Median Rent
$920/mo
Population
6,291
College Educated
49%
Homeownership
79%
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Community Profile
Boiling Springs has a median household income of $114,803. It is a well-educated community where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $370,500, with a median rent of $920/month. The local poverty rate of 5.6% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Boiling Springs, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Boiling Springs, Pennsylvania?
Boiling Springs has 5 schools, including 4 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Boiling Springs, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Boiling Springs is 5.0 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 Boiling Springs, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Boiling Springs on MySchoolScout is Boiling Springs HS with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Boiling Springs, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in Boiling Springs on MySchoolScout is Iron Forge EL Sch with a composite score of 4.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Boiling Springs, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked middle school in Boiling Springs on MySchoolScout is Yellow Breeches MS with a composite score of 5.3/10.
What is the best high school in Boiling Springs, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked high school in Boiling Springs on MySchoolScout is Boiling Springs HS with a composite score of 6.8/10.
How many school districts serve Boiling Springs, Pennsylvania?
Boiling Springs is served by 2 school districts: Cumberland Valley Sd, South Middleton Sd.
What is the education level in Boiling Springs, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 49% of adults in Boiling Springs have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Boiling Springs, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Boiling Springs is approximately $114,803 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Boiling Springs, Pennsylvania?
Yes, Boiling Springs has 1 private school alongside 4 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Boiling Springs, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Boiling Springs is 12.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Boiling Springs, 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.