Best Schools in Butler, Pennsylvania
16 schools · 11 Elementary · 1 Middle · 3 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Butler by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Northwest EL Sch
Elementary · Butler Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Broad Street EL Sch
Elementary · Butler Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Center Township EL Sch
Elementary · Butler 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 Butler for 2026 are Northwest EL Sch (8.0/10), Broad Street EL Sch (7.6/10), and Center Township EL Sch (7.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 14 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
16
9 public · 7 private
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$223,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
16
9 public · 7 private
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$223,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 7.3/10 despite 41% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.2 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 Butler schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +11.1 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Butler schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Butler
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (14 of 16). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Northwest EL Sch | 8.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Broad Street EL Sch | 7.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Center Township EL Sch | 7.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Summit Township EL Sch | 7.1 / 10 |
| 5 | Butler Area Ihs | 7.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Mcquistion EL Sch | 6.9 / 10 |
| 7 | His Kids Christian School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 8 | Holy Sepulcher Catholic School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 9 | Penn Christian Academy | 6.5 / 10 |
| 10 | Emily Brittain EL Sch | 6.4 / 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
- 6.6/10
- Median household income
- $72,001
- Median home value
- $223,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 27%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 77%
36% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Butler compares
Pennsylvania rank
#185 of 408
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.3
above Pennsylvania avg (6.3)
Median household income
$72k
91% of Pennsylvania median
Schools in this city
14
About Schools in Butler, Pennsylvania
Butler, Pennsylvania is home to 16 schools, including 9 public schools and 7 private schools. The city's schools span 11 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Butler 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 Butler is Northwest EL Sch with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Butler is served by 2 school districts: Butler Area SD, Butler County Area Vocational-Technical School. These districts collectively serve 5,958 students.
Butler's community shows 27% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $72,001. The poverty rate in the area is 8.9%.
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.
Elementary Schools
11 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 425 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.0 | ||
| 2 | 226 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.6 | ||
| 3 | 608 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.3 | ||
| 4 | 246 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.1 | ||
| 5 | 522 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.9 | ||
| 6 | 249 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.4 | ||
| Private Schools 5 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | His Kids Christian School
Private
89 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.8 | ||
| 2 | Holy Sepulcher Catholic School
Private
120 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.6 | ||
| 3 | Penn Christian Academy
Private
159 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.5 | ||
| 4 | St Wendelin Catholic School
Private
78 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.9 | ||
Show all 11 elementary schools in Butler
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,267 students · 6th–8th | 7.1 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,968 students · 9th–12th | 4.0 | ||
| 2 | 17 students · 9th–12th | — | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Adelphoi Education at Butler
Private
15 students · 6th–12th | — | ||
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | First Baptist Christian School
Private
89 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.3 |
Schools in Butler
Butler, Pennsylvania · 16 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$72,001
Median Home Value
$223,800
Median Rent
$826/mo
Population
55,455
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Community Profile
Butler has a median household income of $72,001. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $223,800, with a median rent of $826/month. The local poverty rate of 8.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Elementary
- 11
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 3
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Butler, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Butler, Pennsylvania?
Butler has 16 schools, including 9 public and 7 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Butler, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Butler is 6.6 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 Butler, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Butler on MySchoolScout is Northwest EL Sch with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Butler, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in Butler on MySchoolScout is Northwest EL Sch with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Butler, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked middle school in Butler on MySchoolScout is Butler Area Ihs with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best high school in Butler, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked high school in Butler on MySchoolScout is Butler Area Shs with a composite score of 4.0/10.
How many school districts serve Butler, Pennsylvania?
Butler is served by 2 school districts: Butler Area Sd, Butler County Area Vocational-technical School.
What is the education level in Butler, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 27% of adults in Butler have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Butler, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Butler is approximately $72,001 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Butler, Pennsylvania?
Yes, Butler has 7 private schools alongside 9 public schools. The top-rated private school is His Kids Christian School with a score of 6.8/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Butler, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Butler is 10.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Butler, 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.