Best Schools in Hereford, Pennsylvania
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle
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Hereford EL Sch
Elementary · Upper Perkiomen Sd. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
2
1 public · 1 private
Avg Score
8.1
out of 10
Median Home
$38,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
1 public · 1 private
Avg Score
8.1
out of 10
Median Home
$38,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +11.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Hereford schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Hereford
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 rated schools; 2 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hereford EL Sch | 8.1 / 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
- 8.1/10
- Median household income
- $70,000
- Median home value
- $38,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 25%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 71%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Hereford compares
Median household income
$70k
88% of Pennsylvania median
Upper Perkiomen SD runs Hereford's public schools
1 public school. Upper Perkiomen SD is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Hereford is a Upper Perkiomen SD school (1 of 1).
About Schools in Hereford, Pennsylvania
Hereford, Pennsylvania is home to 2 schools, including 1 public school and 1 private school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 8.1 out of 10, schools in Hereford perform strongly 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 Hereford is Hereford EL Sch with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Hereford is served by 1 school district: Upper Perkiomen SD. These districts collectively serve 3,183 students.
Hereford's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $70,000. The poverty rate in the area is 8.6%.
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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 534 students · Kindergarten–3rd | 8.1 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chapel Mennonite SchoolPrivate 14 students · 1st–8th | Not Rated |
Schools in Hereford
Hereford, Pennsylvania · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$70,000
Median Home Value
$38,300
Median Rent
$1,667/mo
Population
1,623
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
71%
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Community Profile
Hereford has a median household income of $70,000. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $38,300, with a median rent of $1,667/month. The local poverty rate of 8.6% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Hereford, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Hereford, Pennsylvania?
Hereford has 2 schools, including 1 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Hereford, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Hereford is 8.1 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 Hereford, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Hereford on MySchoolScout is Hereford EL Sch with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Hereford, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in Hereford on MySchoolScout is Hereford EL Sch with a composite score of 8.1/10.
How many school districts serve Hereford, Pennsylvania?
Hereford is served by 1 school district: Upper Perkiomen Sd.
What is the education level in Hereford, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 25% of adults in Hereford have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Hereford, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Hereford is approximately $70,000 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Hereford, Pennsylvania?
Yes, Hereford has 1 private school alongside 1 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Hereford, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Hereford is 9.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Hereford, 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.