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Best Schools in Kirkwood, Pennsylvania

3 schools · 3 Middle

Private: 3
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Sproul Road School

2.8/10

Middle. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Schools

3

0 public · 3 private

Avg Score

Pending

test data coming

Median Home

$329,500

home value · ACS

Top-Rated Schools in Kirkwood

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Sproul Road School 2.8 / 10

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Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
2.8/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$69,500

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$329,500

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
17%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
31 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
89%

Of occupied housing units

How Kirkwood compares

Median household income

$70k

88% of Pennsylvania median

About Schools in Kirkwood, Pennsylvania

Kirkwood, Pennsylvania is home to 3 schools, including 0 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 3 middle schools.

The highest-performing school in Kirkwood is Sproul Road School with a composite score of 2.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Kirkwood's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $69,500. The poverty rate in the area is 17.2%.

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: 17536 (3)

Middle Schools

3 schools
# School Rating
1 30 students · 1st–8th 2.8
2 26 students · 1st–8th
3 20 students · 1st–7th

Schools in Kirkwood

Kirkwood, Pennsylvania · 3 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$69,500

Median Home Value

$329,500

Median Rent

$1,321/mo

Population

3,680

College Educated

17%

Homeownership

89%

Avg Commute

31 min

Poverty Rate

17.2%

Community Profile

Kirkwood has a median household income of $69,500. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $329,500, with a median rent of $1,321/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.2%. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Kirkwood, Pennsylvania

How many schools are in Kirkwood, Pennsylvania?

Kirkwood has 3 schools, including 0 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the top-ranked school in Kirkwood, Pennsylvania?

The top-ranked school in Kirkwood on MySchoolScout is Sproul Road School with a composite score of 2.8/10.

What is the best middle school in Kirkwood, Pennsylvania?

The top-ranked middle school in Kirkwood on MySchoolScout is Sproul Road School with a composite score of 2.8/10.

What is the education level in Kirkwood, Pennsylvania?

According to Census data, 17% of adults in Kirkwood have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Kirkwood, Pennsylvania?

The median household income in Kirkwood is approximately $69,500 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Kirkwood, Pennsylvania?

Yes, Kirkwood has 3 private schools alongside 0 public schools. The top-rated private school is Sproul Road School with a score of 2.8/10.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Kirkwood is 24.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Kirkwood, 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.