Best Schools in Cheswick, Pennsylvania
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
Choosing a school in Cheswick?
Use this page to compare every school in Cheswick by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Acmetonia EL Sch
Elementary · Allegheny Valley Sd. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Deer Lakes HS
High · Deer Lakes Sd. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Deer Lakes MS
Middle · Deer Lakes Sd. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Cheswick for 2026 are Acmetonia EL Sch (8.1/10), Deer Lakes HS (7.5/10), and Deer Lakes MS (7.1/10), 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
4
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$217,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$217,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +13.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Cheswick schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Cheswick
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 rated schools; 4 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Acmetonia EL Sch | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Deer Lakes HS | 7.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Deer Lakes MS | 7.1 / 10 |
| 4 | East Union Intrmd 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
- 7.2/10
- Median household income
- $85,625
- Median home value
- $217,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 44%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
75% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Cheswick compares
Pennsylvania rank
#84 of 424
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.9
above Pennsylvania avg (6.3)
Median household income
$86k
108% of Pennsylvania median
Schools in this city
4
Deer Lakes SD runs 75% of Cheswick's public schools
Cheswick touches 2 districts, but Deer Lakes SD is the one most addresses actually attend.
Deer Lakes 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 6.0 to 8.1 — the spread is inside Cheswick, not a citywide average.
- Deer Lakes SD3 public · 75%
- Allegheny Valley SD1 public · 25%
About Schools in Cheswick, Pennsylvania
Cheswick, Pennsylvania is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.2 out of 10, schools in Cheswick 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 Cheswick is Acmetonia EL Sch with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Cheswick is served by 2 school districts: Allegheny Valley SD, Deer Lakes SD. These districts collectively serve 2,660 students.
Cheswick's community shows 44% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $85,625. The poverty rate in the area is 9.2%.
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 | 467 students · Pre-K–6th | 8.1 |
| 2 | 351 students · 3rd–5th | 6.0 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 417 students · 6th–8th | 7.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 589 students · 9th–12th | 7.5 |
Schools in Cheswick
Cheswick, Pennsylvania · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$85,625
Median Home Value
$217,000
Median Rent
$1,078/mo
Population
9,192
College Educated
44%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Community Profile
Cheswick has a median household income of $85,625. It is a well-educated community where 44% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $217,000, with a median rent of $1,078/month. The local poverty rate of 9.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Cheswick, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Cheswick, Pennsylvania?
Cheswick has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Cheswick, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Cheswick is 7.2 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 Cheswick, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Cheswick on MySchoolScout is Acmetonia EL Sch with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Cheswick, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in Cheswick on MySchoolScout is Acmetonia EL Sch with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Cheswick, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked middle school in Cheswick on MySchoolScout is Deer Lakes MS with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best high school in Cheswick, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked high school in Cheswick on MySchoolScout is Deer Lakes HS with a composite score of 7.5/10.
How many school districts serve Cheswick, Pennsylvania?
Cheswick is served by 2 school districts: Allegheny Valley Sd, Deer Lakes Sd.
What is the education level in Cheswick, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 44% of adults in Cheswick have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Cheswick, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Cheswick is approximately $85,625 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Cheswick, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Cheswick is 12.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Cheswick, 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.