Best Schools in Exton, Pennsylvania
11 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 3 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Exton by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Downingtown HS East Campus
High · Downingtown Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Exton EL Sch
Elementary · West Chester Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Church Farm School
High. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Exton for 2026 are Downingtown HS East Campus (8.5/10), Exton EL Sch (8.2/10), and Church Farm School (8.2/10), 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
11
6 public · 5 private
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$486,900
home value · ACS
Districts
5
serving the city
Schools
11
6 public · 5 private
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$486,900
home value · ACS
Districts
5
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +9.4 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Exton schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Exton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 11). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Downingtown HS East Campus | 8.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Exton EL Sch | 8.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Church Farm School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Ss Philip & James Elementary School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Lionville MS | 6.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Collegium Cs | 5.4 / 10 |
| 7 | Insight Pa Cyber Cs | 4.3 / 10 |
| 8 | Achievement House Cs | 4.0 / 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
- 6.6/10
- Median household income
- $122,992
- Median home value
- $486,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 64%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 50%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Exton compares
Pennsylvania rank
#179 of 408
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.4
above Pennsylvania avg (6.3)
Median household income
$123k
155% of Pennsylvania median
Schools in this city
8
About Schools in Exton, Pennsylvania
Exton, Pennsylvania is home to 11 schools, including 6 public schools and 5 private schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Exton 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 Exton is Downingtown HS East Campus with a composite score of 8.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Exton is served by 5 school districts. These districts collectively serve 32,635 students.
Exton's community shows 64% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $122,992. The poverty rate in the area is 2.8%.
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
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 474 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.2 | ||
| Private Schools 4 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 133 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.8 | ||
| 2 | 10 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | — | ||
| 3 | The Goddard School - Exton
Private
4 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | — | ||
| 4 | Whiteland Montessori School
Private
8 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | — | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,037 students · 7th–8th | 6.7 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,768 students · 9th–12th | 8.5 | ||
| 2 | 1,083 students · 7th–12th | 4.0 | ||
| 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 | Church Farm School
Private
140 students · 9th–12th | 8.2 | ||
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,610 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.4 |
| 2 | 3,588 students · Kindergarten–12th | 4.3 |
Schools in Exton
Exton, Pennsylvania · 11 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$122,992
Median Home Value
$486,900
Median Rent
$2,045/mo
Population
20,660
College Educated
64%
Homeownership
50%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Community Profile
Exton has a median household income of $122,992. It is a well-educated community where 64% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $486,900, with a median rent of $2,045/month. The local poverty rate of 2.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 3
- Other
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Exton, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Exton, Pennsylvania?
Exton has 11 schools, including 6 public and 5 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Exton, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Exton is 6.6 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 Exton, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Exton on MySchoolScout is Downingtown HS East Campus with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Exton, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in Exton on MySchoolScout is Exton EL Sch with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Exton, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked middle school in Exton on MySchoolScout is Lionville MS with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best high school in Exton, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked high school in Exton on MySchoolScout is Downingtown HS East Campus with a composite score of 8.5/10.
How many school districts serve Exton, Pennsylvania?
Exton is served by 5 school districts: Collegium Cs, Achievement House Cs, Insight Pa Cyber Cs, Downingtown Area Sd, West Chester Area Sd.
What is the education level in Exton, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 64% of adults in Exton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Exton, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Exton is approximately $122,992 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Exton, Pennsylvania?
Yes, Exton has 5 private schools alongside 6 public schools. The top-rated private school is Church Farm School with a score of 8.2/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Exton, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Exton 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 Exton, 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.