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7.3 avg / 10

Best Schools in Hermitage, Pennsylvania

5 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 4
Private: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.3/10
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Choosing a school in Hermitage?

Use this page to compare every school in Hermitage 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.

Artman EL Sch

7.8/10

Elementary · Hermitage Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Hickory HS

7.5/10

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

Karen A. Ionta EL Sch

7.4/10

Elementary · Hermitage Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Hermitage for 2026 are Artman EL Sch (7.8/10), Hickory HS (7.5/10), and Karen A. Ionta EL Sch (7.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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

5

4 public · 1 private

Avg Score

7.3

out of 10

Median Home

$186,000

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Most improved · 2022 → 2024
Artman EL Sch

STAAR proficiency rose +8.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Hermitage schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.

Top-Rated Schools in Hermitage

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Artman EL Sch 7.8 / 10
2 Hickory HS 7.5 / 10
3 Karen A. Ionta EL Sch 7.4 / 10
4 St John Paul II Elementary 7.0 / 10
5 Delahunty MS 6.6 / 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
7.3/10

80% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$72,680

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$186,000

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
35%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
21 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
74%

Of occupied housing units

How Hermitage compares

Pennsylvania rank

#100 of 408

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+1.0

above Pennsylvania avg (6.3)

Median household income

$73k

92% of Pennsylvania median

Schools in this city

5

About Schools in Hermitage, Pennsylvania

Hermitage, Pennsylvania is home to 5 schools, including 4 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 7.3 out of 10, schools in Hermitage 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 Hermitage is Artman EL Sch with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Hermitage is served by 1 school district: Hermitage SD. These districts collectively serve 2,017 students.

Hermitage's community shows 35% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $72,680. The poverty rate in the area is 9.9%.

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: 16148 (5)

Elementary Schools

3 schools
# School Rating
1 620 students · Kindergarten–3rd 7.8
2 290 students · 4th–5th 7.4
Private Schools 1 school

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1 148 students · Pre-K–6th 7.0

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 310 students · 6th–7th 6.6

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 789 students · 8th–12th 7.5

Schools in Hermitage

Hermitage, Pennsylvania · 5 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$72,680

Median Home Value

$186,000

Median Rent

$868/mo

Population

16,563

College Educated

35%

Homeownership

74%

Avg Commute

21 min

Poverty Rate

9.9%

Community Profile

Hermitage has a median household income of $72,680. It is an area where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $186,000, with a median rent of $868/month. The local poverty rate of 9.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Hermitage, Pennsylvania

How many schools are in Hermitage, Pennsylvania?

Hermitage has 5 schools, including 4 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Hermitage, Pennsylvania?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Hermitage is 7.3 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 Hermitage, Pennsylvania?

The top-ranked school in Hermitage on MySchoolScout is Artman EL Sch with a composite score of 7.8/10.

What is the best elementary school in Hermitage, Pennsylvania?

The top-ranked elementary school in Hermitage on MySchoolScout is Artman EL Sch with a composite score of 7.8/10.

What is the best middle school in Hermitage, Pennsylvania?

The top-ranked middle school in Hermitage on MySchoolScout is Delahunty MS with a composite score of 6.6/10.

What is the best high school in Hermitage, Pennsylvania?

The top-ranked high school in Hermitage on MySchoolScout is Hickory HS with a composite score of 7.5/10.

How many school districts serve Hermitage, Pennsylvania?

Hermitage is served by 1 school district: Hermitage Sd.

What is the education level in Hermitage, Pennsylvania?

According to Census data, 35% of adults in Hermitage have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Hermitage, Pennsylvania?

The median household income in Hermitage is approximately $72,680 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Hermitage, Pennsylvania?

Yes, Hermitage has 1 private school alongside 4 public schools. The top-rated private school is St John Paul II Elementary with a score of 7.0/10.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Hermitage is 14.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Hermitage, 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.