Best Schools in Cowansville, Pennsylvania
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Sugarcreek EL Sch
Elementary · Karns City Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.2
out of 10
Median Home
$181,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.2
out of 10
Median Home
$181,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Cowansville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sugarcreek EL Sch | 8.2 / 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
- 8.2/10
- Median household income
- $72,232
- Median home value
- $181,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Avg commute
- 34 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 87%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Cowansville compares
Median household income
$72k
91% of Pennsylvania median
About Schools in Cowansville, Pennsylvania
Cowansville, Pennsylvania is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 8.2 out of 10, schools in Cowansville perform strongly 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 Cowansville is Sugarcreek EL Sch with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Cowansville is served by 1 school district: Karns City Area SD. These districts collectively serve 1,309 students.
Cowansville's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $72,232. The poverty rate in the area is 12.1%.
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 | 178 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.2 |
Schools in Cowansville
Cowansville, Pennsylvania · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$72,232
Median Home Value
$181,800
Median Rent
$445/mo
Population
1,138
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
87%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Community Profile
Cowansville has a median household income of $72,232. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $181,800, with a median rent of $445/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.1%. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Cowansville, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Cowansville, Pennsylvania?
Cowansville has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Cowansville, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Cowansville is 8.2 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 Cowansville, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Cowansville on MySchoolScout is Sugarcreek EL Sch with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Cowansville, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in Cowansville on MySchoolScout is Sugarcreek EL Sch with a composite score of 8.2/10.
How many school districts serve Cowansville, Pennsylvania?
Cowansville is served by 1 school district: Karns City Area Sd.
What is the education level in Cowansville, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Cowansville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Cowansville, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Cowansville is approximately $72,232 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Cowansville, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Cowansville is 11.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Cowansville, 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.