Best Schools in East Petersburg, Pennsylvania
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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East Petersburg EL Sch
Elementary · Hempfield Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$252,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$252,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +8.7 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among East Petersburg schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in East Petersburg
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 | East Petersburg EL Sch | 6.9 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $86,489
- Median home value
- $252,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 36%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 89%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How East Petersburg compares
Median household income
$86k
109% of Pennsylvania median
About Schools in East Petersburg, Pennsylvania
East Petersburg, Pennsylvania is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in East Petersburg 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 East Petersburg is East Petersburg EL Sch with a composite score of 6.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
East Petersburg is served by 1 school district: Hempfield SD. These districts collectively serve 6,998 students.
East Petersburg's community shows 36% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $86,489. The poverty rate in the area is 6.1%.
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 | 460 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.9 |
Schools in East Petersburg
East Petersburg, Pennsylvania · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$86,489
Median Home Value
$252,800
Median Rent
$1,370/mo
Population
5,001
College Educated
36%
Homeownership
89%
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Community Profile
East Petersburg has a median household income of $86,489. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $252,800, with a median rent of $1,370/month. The local poverty rate of 6.1% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Pennsylvania
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in East Petersburg, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in East Petersburg, Pennsylvania?
East Petersburg has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in East Petersburg, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in East Petersburg is 6.9 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 East Petersburg, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in East Petersburg on MySchoolScout is East Petersburg EL Sch with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in East Petersburg, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in East Petersburg on MySchoolScout is East Petersburg EL Sch with a composite score of 6.9/10.
How many school districts serve East Petersburg, Pennsylvania?
East Petersburg is served by 1 school district: Hempfield Sd.
What is the education level in East Petersburg, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 36% of adults in East Petersburg have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in East Petersburg, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in East Petersburg is approximately $86,489 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in East Petersburg, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in East Petersburg is 13.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in East Petersburg, 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.