Best Schools in Ford City, Pennsylvania
4 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Ford City by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Lenape EL Sch
Elementary · Armstrong Sd. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Lenape Technical School
High · Lenape Technical School. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
4
2 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$120,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
4
2 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$120,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Ford City
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 4 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lenape EL Sch | 6.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Lenape Technical School | 5.4 / 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
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $61,563
- Median home value
- $120,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 80%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Ford City compares
Pennsylvania rank
#274 of 424
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.3
below Pennsylvania avg (6.3)
Median household income
$62k
78% of Pennsylvania median
Schools in this city
4
Ford City's public schools split across 2 districts
No single ISD owns Ford City. The public campuses divide among 2 districts.
The largest shares: Armstrong SD (1), Lenape Technical School (1).
Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.4 to 6.1 — the spread is inside Ford City, not a citywide average.
- Armstrong SD1 public · 50%
- Lenape Technical School1 public · 50%
About Schools in Ford City, Pennsylvania
Ford City, Pennsylvania is home to 4 schools, including 2 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Ford City show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Ford City is Divine Redeemer School with a composite score of 6.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Ford City is served by 2 school districts: Armstrong SD, Lenape Technical School. These districts collectively serve 5,028 students.
Ford City's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $61,563. The poverty rate in the area is 8.3%.
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 | 696 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.1 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Divine Redeemer SchoolPrivate 88 students · Pre-K–6th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Divine Redeemer SchoolPrivate 84 students · Pre-K–6th | Not Rated | ||
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 593 students · 9th–12th | 5.4 |
Schools in Ford City
Ford City, Pennsylvania · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$61,563
Median Home Value
$120,100
Median Rent
$829/mo
Population
7,994
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
80%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Community Profile
Ford City has a median household income of $61,563. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $120,100, with a median rent of $829/month. The local poverty rate of 8.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Elementary
- 3
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Ford City, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Ford City, Pennsylvania?
Ford City has 4 schools, including 2 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Ford City, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ford City is 6.0 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 Ford City, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Ford City on MySchoolScout is Lenape EL Sch with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Ford City, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in Ford City on MySchoolScout is Lenape EL Sch with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best high school in Ford City, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked high school in Ford City on MySchoolScout is Lenape Technical School with a composite score of 5.4/10.
How many school districts serve Ford City, Pennsylvania?
Ford City is served by 2 school districts: Armstrong Sd, Lenape Technical School.
What is the education level in Ford City, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Ford City have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Ford City, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Ford City is approximately $61,563 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Ford City, Pennsylvania?
Yes, Ford City has 2 private schools alongside 2 public schools. The top-rated private school is Divine Redeemer School with a score of 6.4/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ford City, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ford City is 13.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ford City, 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.