Best Schools in Coal Township, Pennsylvania
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Coal Township by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Shamokin Area Intermediate Sch
Middle · Shamokin Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Shamokin Area EL Sch
Elementary · Shamokin Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
3.7
out of 10
Median Home
$85,900
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
3.7
out of 10
Median Home
$85,900
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Coal Township
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shamokin Area Intermediate Sch | 4.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Shamokin Area EL Sch | 3.3 / 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
- 3.7/10
- Median household income
- $49,105
- Median home value
- $85,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 11%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 80%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Coal Township compares
Median household income
$49k
62% of Pennsylvania median
About Schools in Coal Township, Pennsylvania
Coal Township, Pennsylvania is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 3.7 out of 10, schools in Coal Township face significant challenges 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 Coal Township is Shamokin Area Intermediate Sch with a composite score of 4.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Coal Township is served by 2 school districts: Shamokin Area SD, Northumberland County Career and Technology Center. These districts collectively serve 2,176 students.
Coal Township's community shows 11% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $49,105. The poverty rate in the area is 13.8%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 827 students · Pre-K–4th | 3.3 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 318 students · 5th–6th | 4.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 19 students · 10th–12th | — |
Schools in Coal Township
Coal Township, Pennsylvania · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$49,105
Median Home Value
$85,900
Median Rent
$712/mo
Population
9,808
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
80%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
13.8%
Community Profile
Coal Township has a median household income of $49,105. It is a community where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $85,900, with a median rent of $712/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.8%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Coal Township, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Coal Township, Pennsylvania?
Coal Township has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Coal Township, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Coal Township is 3.7 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 Coal Township, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Coal Township on MySchoolScout is Shamokin Area Intermediate Sch with a composite score of 4.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Coal Township, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in Coal Township on MySchoolScout is Shamokin Area EL Sch with a composite score of 3.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Coal Township, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked middle school in Coal Township on MySchoolScout is Shamokin Area Intermediate Sch with a composite score of 4.1/10.
How many school districts serve Coal Township, Pennsylvania?
Coal Township is served by 2 school districts: Shamokin Area Sd, Northumberland County Career and Technology Center.
What is the education level in Coal Township, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 11% of adults in Coal Township have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Coal Township, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Coal Township is approximately $49,105 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Coal Township, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Coal Township is 14.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Coal Township, 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.