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7.2 avg / 10

Best Schools in Harborcreek, Pennsylvania

3 schools · 1 Middle · 2 High

Public: 2
Private: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.2/10
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Choosing a school in Harborcreek?

Use this page to compare every school in Harborcreek by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Harbor Creek Senior HS

8.0/10

High · Harbor Creek Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Harborcreek Youth Services

7.4/10

High. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Harbor Creek Junior HS

6.1/10

Middle · Harbor Creek Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Harborcreek for 2026 are Harbor Creek Senior HS (8.0/10), Harborcreek Youth Services (7.4/10), and Harbor Creek Junior HS (6.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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

3

2 public · 1 private

Avg Score

7.2

out of 10

Median Home

$191,700

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Most improved · 2022 → 2024
Harbor Creek Junior HS

STAAR proficiency rose +6.2 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Harborcreek schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.

Top-Rated Schools in Harborcreek

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Harbor Creek Senior HS 8.0 / 10
2 Harborcreek Youth Services 7.4 / 10
3 Harbor Creek Junior HS 6.1 / 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
7.2/10

67% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$68,088

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$191,700

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
28%

Adults 25+

Owner-occupied homes
60%

Of occupied housing units

How Harborcreek compares

Pennsylvania rank

#107 of 408

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.9

above Pennsylvania avg (6.3)

Median household income

$68k

86% of Pennsylvania median

Schools in this city

3

About Schools in Harborcreek, Pennsylvania

Harborcreek, Pennsylvania is home to 3 schools, including 2 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 7.2 out of 10, schools in Harborcreek perform strongly 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 Harborcreek is Harbor Creek Senior HS with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Harborcreek is served by 1 school district: Harbor Creek SD. These districts collectively serve 2,101 students.

Harborcreek's community shows 28% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $68,088. The poverty rate in the area is 16.2%.

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.

Filter by ZIP: 16421 (3)

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 343 students · 7th–8th 6.1

High Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 682 students · 9th–12th 8.0
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 64 students · 6th–12th 7.4

Schools in Harborcreek

Harborcreek, Pennsylvania · 3 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$68,088

Median Home Value

$191,700

Median Rent

$809/mo

Population

2,251

College Educated

28%

Homeownership

60%

Poverty Rate

16.2%

Community Profile

Harborcreek has a median household income of $68,088. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $191,700, with a median rent of $809/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.2%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Harborcreek, Pennsylvania

How many schools are in Harborcreek, Pennsylvania?

Harborcreek has 3 schools, including 2 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Harborcreek, Pennsylvania?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Harborcreek is 7.2 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 Harborcreek, Pennsylvania?

The top-ranked school in Harborcreek on MySchoolScout is Harbor Creek Senior HS with a composite score of 8.0/10.

What is the best middle school in Harborcreek, Pennsylvania?

The top-ranked middle school in Harborcreek on MySchoolScout is Harbor Creek Junior HS with a composite score of 6.1/10.

What is the best high school in Harborcreek, Pennsylvania?

The top-ranked high school in Harborcreek on MySchoolScout is Harbor Creek Senior HS with a composite score of 8.0/10.

How many school districts serve Harborcreek, Pennsylvania?

Harborcreek is served by 1 school district: Harbor Creek Sd.

What is the education level in Harborcreek, Pennsylvania?

According to Census data, 28% of adults in Harborcreek have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Harborcreek, Pennsylvania?

The median household income in Harborcreek is approximately $68,088 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Harborcreek, Pennsylvania?

Yes, Harborcreek has 1 private school alongside 2 public schools. The top-rated private school is Harborcreek Youth Services with a score of 7.4/10.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Harborcreek is 12.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Harborcreek, 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.