Best Schools in Dingmans Ferry, Pennsylvania
6 schools · 3 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Dingmans Ferry 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.
Dingman-delaware EL Sch
Elementary · Delaware Valley Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
East Stroudsburg Shs North
High · East Stroudsburg Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Dingman-delaware MS
Middle · Delaware Valley Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Dingmans Ferry for 2026 are Dingman-delaware EL Sch (6.4/10), East Stroudsburg Shs North (6.0/10), and Dingman-delaware MS (5.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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
6
in this city
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$216,400
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$216,400
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +12.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Dingmans Ferry schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Dingmans Ferry
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dingman-delaware EL Sch | 6.4 / 10 |
| 2 | East Stroudsburg Shs North | 6.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Dingman-delaware MS | 5.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Bushkill EL Sch | 4.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Lehman Intermediate Sch | 3.8 / 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
- 5.6/10
- Median household income
- $81,833
- Median home value
- $216,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 30%
- Avg commute
- 55 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 90%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Dingmans Ferry compares
Pennsylvania rank
#330 of 408
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.7
below Pennsylvania avg (6.3)
Median household income
$82k
103% of Pennsylvania median
Schools in this city
6
About Schools in Dingmans Ferry, Pennsylvania
Dingmans Ferry, Pennsylvania is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.6 out of 10, schools in Dingmans Ferry 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 Dingmans Ferry is Dingman-delaware Primary Sch with a composite score of 6.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Dingmans Ferry is served by 2 school districts: Delaware Valley SD, East Stroudsburg Area SD. These districts collectively serve 10,611 students.
Dingmans Ferry's community shows 30% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $81,833. The poverty rate in the area is 9.4%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 487 students · Pre-K–2nd | 6.5 |
| 2 | 487 students · 3rd–5th | 6.4 |
| 3 | 404 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.8 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 524 students · 6th–8th | 5.9 |
| 2 | 606 students · 6th–8th | 3.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 922 students · 9th–12th | 6.0 |
Schools in Dingmans Ferry
Dingmans Ferry, Pennsylvania · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$81,833
Median Home Value
$216,400
Median Rent
$1,128/mo
Population
8,061
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
90%
Avg Commute
55 min
Poverty Rate
9.4%
Community Profile
Dingmans Ferry has a median household income of $81,833. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $216,400, with a median rent of $1,128/month. The local poverty rate of 9.4% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 55 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Dingmans Ferry, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Dingmans Ferry, Pennsylvania?
Dingmans Ferry has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Dingmans Ferry, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Dingmans Ferry is 5.6 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 Dingmans Ferry, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Dingmans Ferry on MySchoolScout is Dingman-delaware EL Sch with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Dingmans Ferry, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in Dingmans Ferry on MySchoolScout is Dingman-delaware EL Sch with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Dingmans Ferry, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked middle school in Dingmans Ferry on MySchoolScout is Dingman-delaware MS with a composite score of 5.9/10.
What is the best high school in Dingmans Ferry, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked high school in Dingmans Ferry on MySchoolScout is East Stroudsburg Shs North with a composite score of 6.0/10.
How many school districts serve Dingmans Ferry, Pennsylvania?
Dingmans Ferry is served by 2 school districts: Delaware Valley Sd, East Stroudsburg Area Sd.
What is the education level in Dingmans Ferry, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 30% of adults in Dingmans Ferry have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Dingmans Ferry, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Dingmans Ferry is approximately $81,833 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Dingmans Ferry, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Dingmans Ferry is 12.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Dingmans Ferry, 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.