6.5 avg / 10

Best Schools in Girard, Pennsylvania

2 schools · 1 Middle · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.5/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.5/10
Median household income: $80,410
Median home value: $179,900
Bachelor's degree or higher: 30%
Avg commute: 22 min
Owner-occupied homes: 77%

How Girard compares

Median household income

$80k

101% of Pennsylvania median

About Schools in Girard, Pennsylvania

Girard, Pennsylvania is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Girard show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Girard is Girard HS with a composite score of 6.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Girard is served by 1 school district: Girard SD. These districts collectively serve 1,508 students.

Girard's community shows 30% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $80,410. The poverty rate in the area is 6.5%.

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.

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Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Rice Avenue MS 445 students · 5th–8th	445	5th–8th	6.5

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Girard HS 505 students · 9th–12th	505	9th–12th	6.5

Schools in Girard

Girard, Pennsylvania · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$80,410

Median Home Value

$179,900

Median Rent

$666/mo

Population

8,400

College Educated

30%

Homeownership

77%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Community Profile

Girard has a median household income of $80,410. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $179,900, with a median rent of $666/month. The local poverty rate of 6.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Pennsylvania
Total Schools: 2
Middle: 1
High: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.5/10

Resources

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School District

Girard SD

3 schools · 1,508 students

Nearby Cities

Lake City (1 school)

1 mi

East Springfield (1 school)

Springboro (1 school)

15 mi

Conneautville (4 schools)

16 mi

Erie (51 schools)

15 mi

Linesville (3 schools)

23 mi

Waterford (3 schools)

18 mi

Saegertown (3 schools)

22 mi

Cambridge Springs (5 schools)

21 mi

Mill Village (1 school)

21 mi

Harborcreek (3 schools)

22 mi

Other Major Cities in Pennsylvania

Top metros statewide by school count.

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Girard, Pennsylvania

How many schools are in Girard, Pennsylvania?

Girard has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Girard, Pennsylvania?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Girard is 6.5 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Girard, Pennsylvania?

The top-ranked school in Girard on MySchoolScout is Girard HS with a composite score of 6.5/10.

What is the best middle school in Girard, Pennsylvania?

The top-ranked middle school in Girard on MySchoolScout is Rice Avenue MS with a composite score of 6.5/10.

What is the best high school in Girard, Pennsylvania?

The top-ranked high school in Girard on MySchoolScout is Girard HS with a composite score of 6.5/10.

How many school districts serve Girard, Pennsylvania?

Girard is served by 1 school district: Girard Sd.

What is the education level in Girard, Pennsylvania?

According to Census data, 30% of adults in Girard have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Girard, Pennsylvania?

The median household income in Girard is approximately $80,410 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Girard, Pennsylvania?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Girard 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 Girard, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.