Best Schools in Forest City, Pennsylvania
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Forest City by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Forest City Regional HS
High · Forest City Regional Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Forest City Regional EL Sch
Elementary · Forest City Regional Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$169,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$169,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +4.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Forest City schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Forest City
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Forest City Regional HS | 6.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Forest City Regional EL Sch | 5.3 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $69,593
- Median home value
- $169,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 78%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Forest City compares
Median household income
$70k
88% of Pennsylvania median
About Schools in Forest City, Pennsylvania
Forest City, Pennsylvania is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Forest City 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 Forest City is Forest City Regional HS with a composite score of 6.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Forest City is served by 1 school district: Forest City Regional SD. These districts collectively serve 764 students.
Forest City's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $69,593. The poverty rate in the area is 12.4%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 420 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.3 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 343 students · 7th–12th | 6.8 |
Schools in Forest City
Forest City, Pennsylvania · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$69,593
Median Home Value
$169,100
Median Rent
$869/mo
Population
4,475
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
78%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Community Profile
Forest City has a median household income of $69,593. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $169,100, with a median rent of $869/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.4%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Forest City, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Forest City, Pennsylvania?
Forest City has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Forest City, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Forest 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 Forest City, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Forest City on MySchoolScout is Forest City Regional HS with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Forest City, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in Forest City on MySchoolScout is Forest City Regional EL Sch with a composite score of 5.3/10.
What is the best high school in Forest City, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked high school in Forest City on MySchoolScout is Forest City Regional HS with a composite score of 6.8/10.
How many school districts serve Forest City, Pennsylvania?
Forest City is served by 1 school district: Forest City Regional Sd.
What is the education level in Forest City, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Forest City have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Forest City, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Forest City is approximately $69,593 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Forest City, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Forest City is 11.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Forest 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.