Best Schools in Duncansville, Pennsylvania
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Foot of Ten EL Sch
Elementary · Hollidaysburg Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$186,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$186,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +0.7 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Duncansville schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Duncansville
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 | Foot of Ten EL Sch | 6.8 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $69,924
- Median home value
- $186,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 27%
- Avg commute
- 21 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 77%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Duncansville compares
Median household income
$70k
88% of Pennsylvania median
About Schools in Duncansville, Pennsylvania
Duncansville, Pennsylvania is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Duncansville 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 Duncansville is Foot of Ten EL Sch with a composite score of 6.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Duncansville is served by 1 school district: Hollidaysburg Area SD. These districts collectively serve 3,109 students.
Duncansville's community shows 27% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $69,924. The poverty rate in the area is 6.9%.
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 | 506 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.8 |
Schools in Duncansville
Duncansville, Pennsylvania · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$69,924
Median Home Value
$186,900
Median Rent
$1,014/mo
Population
12,115
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Community Profile
Duncansville has a median household income of $69,924. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $186,900, with a median rent of $1,014/month. The local poverty rate of 6.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Duncansville, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Duncansville, Pennsylvania?
Duncansville has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Duncansville, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Duncansville is 6.8 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 Duncansville, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Duncansville on MySchoolScout is Foot of Ten EL Sch with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Duncansville, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in Duncansville on MySchoolScout is Foot of Ten EL Sch with a composite score of 6.8/10.
How many school districts serve Duncansville, Pennsylvania?
Duncansville is served by 1 school district: Hollidaysburg Area Sd.
What is the education level in Duncansville, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 27% of adults in Duncansville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Duncansville, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Duncansville is approximately $69,924 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Duncansville, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Duncansville is 14.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Duncansville, 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.