Best Schools in Jefferson Hills, Pennsylvania
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Jefferson Hills by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Thomas Jefferson HS
High · West Jefferson Hills Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Gill Hall EL Sch
Elementary · West Jefferson Hills Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Jefferson Hills Intermediate Sch
Elementary · West Jefferson Hills Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Jefferson Hills for 2026 are Thomas Jefferson HS (8.6/10), Gill Hall EL Sch (7.5/10), and Jefferson Hills Intermediate Sch (7.1/10), 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
4
in this city
Avg Score
7.7
out of 10
Median Home
$234,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
7.7
out of 10
Median Home
$234,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +6.1 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Jefferson Hills schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Jefferson Hills
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thomas Jefferson HS | 8.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Gill Hall EL Sch | 7.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Jefferson Hills Intermediate Sch | 7.1 / 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
- 7.7/10
- Median household income
- $82,917
- Median home value
- $234,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 39%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 75%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Jefferson Hills compares
Pennsylvania rank
#53 of 408
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.5
above Pennsylvania avg (6.3)
Median household income
$83k
105% of Pennsylvania median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Jefferson Hills, Pennsylvania
Jefferson Hills, Pennsylvania is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 7.7 out of 10, schools in Jefferson Hills 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 Jefferson Hills is Thomas Jefferson HS with a composite score of 8.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Jefferson Hills is served by 2 school districts: West Jefferson Hills SD, Steel Center for Career and Technical Education. These districts collectively serve 3,407 students.
Jefferson Hills's community shows 39% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $82,917. The poverty rate in the area is 12.3%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 391 students · Kindergarten–2nd | 7.5 |
| 2 | 816 students · 3rd–5th | 7.1 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 974 students · 9th–12th | 8.6 |
| 2 | 4 students · 9th–12th | — |
Schools in Jefferson Hills
Jefferson Hills, Pennsylvania · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$82,917
Median Home Value
$234,600
Median Rent
$1,097/mo
Population
16,659
College Educated
39%
Homeownership
75%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Community Profile
Jefferson Hills has a median household income of $82,917. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $234,600, with a median rent of $1,097/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.3%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Elementary
- 2
- High
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Jefferson Hills, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Jefferson Hills, Pennsylvania?
Jefferson Hills has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Jefferson Hills, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Jefferson Hills is 7.7 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 Jefferson Hills, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Jefferson Hills on MySchoolScout is Thomas Jefferson HS with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Jefferson Hills, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in Jefferson Hills on MySchoolScout is Gill Hall EL Sch with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best high school in Jefferson Hills, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked high school in Jefferson Hills on MySchoolScout is Thomas Jefferson HS with a composite score of 8.6/10.
How many school districts serve Jefferson Hills, Pennsylvania?
Jefferson Hills is served by 2 school districts: West Jefferson Hills Sd, Steel Center for Career and Technical Education.
What is the education level in Jefferson Hills, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 39% of adults in Jefferson Hills have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Jefferson Hills, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Jefferson Hills is approximately $82,917 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Jefferson Hills, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Jefferson Hills is 11.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Jefferson Hills, 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.