Best Schools in Kinzers, Pennsylvania
5 schools · 3 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Kinzers by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Pequea Valley HS
High · Pequea Valley Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Faith Mennonite High School
High. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Pequea Valley Intrmd Sch
Middle · Pequea Valley Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Kinzers for 2026 are Pequea Valley HS (7.9/10), Faith Mennonite High School (7.1/10), and Pequea Valley Intrmd Sch (5.5/10), 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
5
2 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$346,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
2 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$346,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +9.4 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Kinzers schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Kinzers
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pequea Valley HS | 7.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Faith Mennonite High School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Pequea Valley Intrmd Sch | 5.5 / 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
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $105,506
- Median home value
- $346,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 9%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 73%
67% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Kinzers compares
Pennsylvania rank
#154 of 408
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.6
above Pennsylvania avg (6.3)
Median household income
$106k
133% of Pennsylvania median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Kinzers, Pennsylvania
Kinzers, Pennsylvania is home to 5 schools, including 2 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 3 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Kinzers 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 Kinzers is Pequea Valley HS with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Kinzers is served by 1 school district: Pequea Valley SD. These districts collectively serve 1,344 students.
Kinzers's community shows 9% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $105,506. The poverty rate in the area is 4.1%.
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.
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 219 students · 7th–8th | 5.5 | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Smiling Ridge School
Private
21 students · 1st–8th | — | ||
| 2 | 23 students · 1st–8th | — | ||
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 452 students · 9th–12th | 7.9 | ||
| 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 | Faith Mennonite High School
Private
91 students · 9th–12th | 7.1 | ||
Schools in Kinzers
Kinzers, Pennsylvania · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$105,506
Median Home Value
$346,700
Median Rent
$1,297/mo
Population
2,651
College Educated
9%
Homeownership
73%
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Community Profile
Kinzers has a median household income of $105,506. It is a community where 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $346,700, with a median rent of $1,297/month. The local poverty rate of 4.1% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 2
Resources
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Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Pennsylvania
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Kinzers, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Kinzers, Pennsylvania?
Kinzers has 5 schools, including 2 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Kinzers, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Kinzers is 6.8 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 Kinzers, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Kinzers on MySchoolScout is Pequea Valley HS with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Kinzers, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked middle school in Kinzers on MySchoolScout is Pequea Valley Intrmd Sch with a composite score of 5.5/10.
What is the best high school in Kinzers, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked high school in Kinzers on MySchoolScout is Pequea Valley HS with a composite score of 7.9/10.
How many school districts serve Kinzers, Pennsylvania?
Kinzers is served by 1 school district: Pequea Valley Sd.
What is the education level in Kinzers, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 9% of adults in Kinzers have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Kinzers, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Kinzers is approximately $105,506 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Kinzers, Pennsylvania?
Yes, Kinzers has 3 private schools alongside 2 public schools. The top-rated private school is Faith Mennonite High School with a score of 7.1/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Kinzers, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Kinzers is 14.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Kinzers, 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.