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4.3 avg / 10

Best Schools in Coal Township, Pennsylvania

3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 3
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 4.3/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
4.3/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$49,105

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$85,900

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
11%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
27 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
80%

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 4.3 out of 10, schools in Coal Township show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Coal Township is Shamokin Area EL Sch with a composite score of 4.5/10, 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.

Filter by ZIP: 17866 (3)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 827 students · Pre-K–4th 4.5

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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 4.3 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Coal Township, Pennsylvania?

The top-ranked school in Coal Township on MySchoolScout is Shamokin Area EL Sch with a composite score of 4.5/10.

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 4.5/10.

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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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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.