Best Schools in Harrison City, Pennsylvania
1 schools · 1 High
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Penn Trafford HS
High · Penn-trafford Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.6
out of 10
Median Home
$351,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.6
out of 10
Median Home
$351,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Harrison City
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Penn Trafford HS | 7.6 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.6/10
- Median household income
- $151,250
- Median home value
- $351,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 50%
- Avg commute
- 33 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 85%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Harrison City compares
Median household income
$151k
191% of Pennsylvania median
About Schools in Harrison City, Pennsylvania
Harrison City, Pennsylvania is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.6 out of 10, schools in Harrison City 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 Harrison City is Penn Trafford HS with a composite score of 7.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Harrison City is served by 1 school district: Penn-Trafford SD. These districts collectively serve 3,853 students.
Harrison City's community shows 50% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $151,250. The poverty rate in the area is 3.6%.
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.
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,212 students · 9th–12th | 7.6 |
Schools in Harrison City
Harrison City, Pennsylvania · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$151,250
Median Home Value
$351,400
Population
3,839
College Educated
50%
Homeownership
85%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Community Profile
Harrison City has a median household income of $151,250. It is a well-educated community where 50% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $351,400. The local poverty rate of 3.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Harrison City, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Harrison City, Pennsylvania?
Harrison City has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Harrison City, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Harrison City is 7.6 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 Harrison City, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Harrison City on MySchoolScout is Penn Trafford HS with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best high school in Harrison City, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked high school in Harrison City on MySchoolScout is Penn Trafford HS with a composite score of 7.6/10.
How many school districts serve Harrison City, Pennsylvania?
Harrison City is served by 1 school district: Penn-trafford Sd.
What is the education level in Harrison City, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 50% of adults in Harrison City have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Harrison City, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Harrison City is approximately $151,250 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Harrison City, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Harrison City is 17.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Harrison 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.