Best Schools in Lansdale, Pennsylvania
20 schools · 13 Elementary · 1 Middle · 3 High · 3 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Lansdale by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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North Montco Technical Career Center
High · North Montco Technical Career Center. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Worcester EL Sch
Elementary · Methacton Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Calvary Baptist School
Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Lansdale for 2026 are North Montco Technical Career Center (9.6/10), Worcester EL Sch (8.9/10), and Calvary Baptist School (8.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 16 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
20
11 public · 9 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$415,400
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
20
11 public · 9 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$415,400
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Rates 9.6/10 despite 93% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.5 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Lansdale schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +8.2 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Lansdale schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Lansdale
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (16 of 20). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | North Montco Technical Career Center | 9.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Worcester EL Sch | 8.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Calvary Baptist School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Gwynedd Square EL Sch | 8.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Bridle Path EL Sch | 7.9 / 10 |
| 6 | North Penn Shs | 7.8 / 10 |
| 7 | York Avenue EL Sch | 7.1 / 10 |
| 8 | Walton Farm EL Sch | 7.0 / 10 |
| 9 | Dock Mennonite Academy | 6.7 / 10 |
| 10 | Inglewood EL Sch | 6.5 / 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
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $103,875
- Median home value
- $415,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 51%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 67%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Lansdale compares
Pennsylvania rank
#139 of 408
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.7
above Pennsylvania avg (6.3)
Median household income
$104k
131% of Pennsylvania median
Schools in this city
16
About Schools in Lansdale, Pennsylvania
Lansdale, Pennsylvania is home to 20 schools, including 11 public schools and 9 private schools. The city's schools span 13 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Lansdale 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 Lansdale is North Montco Technical Career Center with a composite score of 9.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lansdale is served by 3 school districts: Methacton SD, North Penn SD, North Montco Technical Career Center. These districts collectively serve 17,646 students.
Lansdale's community shows 51% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $103,875. The poverty rate in the area is 6.3%.
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
13 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 430 students · Kindergarten–4th | 8.9 | ||
| 2 | 616 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.0 | ||
| 3 | 510 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.9 | ||
| 4 | 259 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.1 | ||
| 5 | 583 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.0 | ||
| 6 | 411 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.5 | ||
| 7 | 615 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.2 | ||
| 8 | 546 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.5 | ||
| Private Schools 5 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Corpus Christi School
Private
368 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.6 | ||
| 2 | Mater Dei Catholic School
Private
410 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
Show all 13 elementary schools in Lansdale
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,205 students · 7th–9th | 5.2 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 40 students · 9th–12th | 9.6 | ||
| 2 | 3,210 students · 10th–12th | 7.8 | ||
| 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 | Lansdale Catholic High School
Private
599 students · 9th–12th | 4.4 | ||
Other Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Calvary Baptist School
Private
274 students · Pre-K–12th | 8.6 |
| 2 | Dock Mennonite Academy
Private
552 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.7 |
| 3 | Milagre Kids School
Private
13 students · 4th–12th | — |
Schools in Lansdale
Lansdale, Pennsylvania · 20 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$103,875
Median Home Value
$415,400
Median Rent
$1,738/mo
Population
61,608
College Educated
51%
Homeownership
67%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Community Profile
Lansdale has a median household income of $103,875. It is a well-educated community where 51% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $415,400, with a median rent of $1,738/month. The local poverty rate of 6.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Elementary
- 13
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 3
- Other
- 3
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Lansdale, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Lansdale, Pennsylvania?
Lansdale has 20 schools, including 11 public and 9 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lansdale, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lansdale is 6.9 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 Lansdale, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Lansdale on MySchoolScout is North Montco Technical Career Center with a composite score of 9.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lansdale, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lansdale on MySchoolScout is Worcester EL Sch with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Lansdale, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked middle school in Lansdale on MySchoolScout is Penndale MS with a composite score of 5.2/10.
What is the best high school in Lansdale, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked high school in Lansdale on MySchoolScout is North Montco Technical Career Center with a composite score of 9.6/10.
How many school districts serve Lansdale, Pennsylvania?
Lansdale is served by 3 school districts: Methacton Sd, North Penn Sd, North Montco Technical Career Center.
What is the education level in Lansdale, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 51% of adults in Lansdale have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lansdale, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Lansdale is approximately $103,875 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Lansdale, Pennsylvania?
Yes, Lansdale has 9 private schools alongside 11 public schools. The top-rated private school is Calvary Baptist School with a score of 8.6/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lansdale, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lansdale is 11.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lansdale, 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.