Best Schools in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Jim Thorpe by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Carbon Career & Technical Institute
High · Carbon Career & Technical Institute. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Jim Thorpe Area HS
High · Jim Thorpe Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
L B Morris EL Sch
Elementary · Jim Thorpe Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Jim Thorpe for 2026 are Carbon Career & Technical Institute (7.3/10), Jim Thorpe Area HS (6.0/10), and L B Morris EL Sch (4.1/10), 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
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$215,400
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$215,400
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Jim Thorpe
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 | Carbon Career & Technical Institute | 7.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Jim Thorpe Area HS | 6.0 / 10 |
| 3 | L B Morris EL Sch | 4.1 / 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
- 5.8/10
- Median household income
- $67,642
- Median home value
- $215,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 27%
- Avg commute
- 36 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 86%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Jim Thorpe compares
Pennsylvania rank
#308 of 408
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.5
below Pennsylvania avg (6.3)
Median household income
$68k
85% of Pennsylvania median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania
Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Jim Thorpe show moderate performance 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 Jim Thorpe is Carbon Career & Technical Institute with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Jim Thorpe is served by 2 school districts: Jim Thorpe Area SD, Carbon Career & Technical Institute. These districts collectively serve 2,114 students.
Jim Thorpe's community shows 27% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $67,642. The poverty rate in the area is 8.9%.
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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 615 students · Pre-K–8th | 4.1 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 391 students · 9th–12th | 7.3 |
| 2 | 529 students · 9th–12th | 6.0 |
Schools in Jim Thorpe
Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$67,642
Median Home Value
$215,400
Median Rent
$931/mo
Population
9,136
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
86%
Avg Commute
36 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Community Profile
Jim Thorpe has a median household income of $67,642. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $215,400, with a median rent of $931/month. The local poverty rate of 8.9% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania?
Jim Thorpe has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Jim Thorpe is 5.8 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 Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Jim Thorpe on MySchoolScout is Carbon Career & Technical Institute with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in Jim Thorpe on MySchoolScout is L B Morris EL Sch with a composite score of 4.1/10.
What is the best high school in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked high school in Jim Thorpe on MySchoolScout is Carbon Career & Technical Institute with a composite score of 7.3/10.
How many school districts serve Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania?
Jim Thorpe is served by 2 school districts: Jim Thorpe Area Sd, Carbon Career & Technical Institute.
What is the education level in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 27% of adults in Jim Thorpe have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Jim Thorpe is approximately $67,642 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Jim Thorpe is 12.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Jim Thorpe, 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.