Best Schools in Connellsville, Pennsylvania
8 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 3 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Connellsville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Geibel Catholic Junior-senior High School
High. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Dunbar Twp EL Sch
Elementary · Connellsville Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Connellsville Area Career & Technical Center
High · Connellsville Area Career & Technical Center. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Connellsville for 2026 are Geibel Catholic Junior-senior High School (7.8/10), Dunbar Twp EL Sch (6.8/10), and Connellsville Area Career & Technical Center (6.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 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
8
6 public · 2 private
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$129,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
8
6 public · 2 private
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$129,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +7.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Connellsville schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Connellsville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 8). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Geibel Catholic Junior-senior High School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Dunbar Twp EL Sch | 6.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Connellsville Area Career & Technical Center | 6.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Bullskin EL Sch | 5.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Connellsville Area Shs | 5.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Conn Area Catholic School | 5.3 / 10 |
| 7 | West Crawford EL Sch | 4.7 / 10 |
| 8 | Connellsville Area MS | 4.2 / 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
- 5.8/10
- Median household income
- $53,859
- Median home value
- $129,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 19%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 70%
13% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Connellsville compares
Pennsylvania rank
#306 of 408
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.4
below Pennsylvania avg (6.3)
Median household income
$54k
68% of Pennsylvania median
Schools in this city
8
About Schools in Connellsville, Pennsylvania
Connellsville, Pennsylvania is home to 8 schools, including 6 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Connellsville 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 Connellsville is Geibel Catholic Junior-senior High School with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Connellsville is served by 2 school districts: Connellsville Area SD, Connellsville Area Career & Technical Center. These districts collectively serve 4,043 students.
Connellsville's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $53,859. The poverty rate in the area is 17.0%.
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
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 570 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.8 | ||
| 2 | 439 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.6 | ||
| 3 | 484 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.7 | ||
| 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 | Conn Area Catholic School
Private
144 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.3 | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 933 students · 6th–8th | 4.2 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 585 students · 9th–12th | 6.5 | ||
| 2 | 721 students · 9th–12th | 5.6 | ||
| 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 | 115 students · 7th–12th | 7.8 | ||
Schools in Connellsville
Connellsville, Pennsylvania · 8 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$53,859
Median Home Value
$129,000
Median Rent
$697/mo
Population
17,752
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
17.0%
Community Profile
Connellsville has a median household income of $53,859. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $129,000, with a median rent of $697/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.0%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 3
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Common questions about schools in Connellsville, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Connellsville, Pennsylvania?
Connellsville has 8 schools, including 6 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Connellsville, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Connellsville is 5.8 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 Connellsville, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Connellsville on MySchoolScout is Geibel Catholic Junior-senior High School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Connellsville, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in Connellsville on MySchoolScout is Dunbar Twp EL Sch with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Connellsville, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked middle school in Connellsville on MySchoolScout is Connellsville Area MS with a composite score of 4.2/10.
What is the best high school in Connellsville, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked high school in Connellsville on MySchoolScout is Geibel Catholic Junior-senior High School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
How many school districts serve Connellsville, Pennsylvania?
Connellsville is served by 2 school districts: Connellsville Area Sd, Connellsville Area Career & Technical Center.
What is the education level in Connellsville, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 19% of adults in Connellsville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Connellsville, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Connellsville is approximately $53,859 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Connellsville, Pennsylvania?
Yes, Connellsville has 2 private schools alongside 6 public schools. The top-rated private school is Geibel Catholic Junior-senior High School with a score of 7.8/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Connellsville, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Connellsville is 15.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Connellsville, 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.