Best Schools in Mahanoy City, Pennsylvania
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Mahanoy City by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Mahanoy Area Jshs
High · Mahanoy Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Mahanoy Area EL Sch
Elementary · Mahanoy Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
3.5
out of 10
Median Home
$39,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
3.5
out of 10
Median Home
$39,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +1.7 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Mahanoy City schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Mahanoy City
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mahanoy Area Jshs | 3.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Mahanoy Area EL Sch | 3.3 / 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
- 3.5/10
- Median household income
- $45,720
- Median home value
- $39,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 9%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 66%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Mahanoy City compares
Median household income
$46k
58% of Pennsylvania median
About Schools in Mahanoy City, Pennsylvania
Mahanoy City, Pennsylvania is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 3.5 out of 10, schools in Mahanoy City face significant challenges 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 Mahanoy City is Mahanoy Area Jshs with a composite score of 3.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Mahanoy City is served by 1 school district: Mahanoy Area SD. These districts collectively serve 1,143 students.
Mahanoy City's community shows 9% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $45,720. The poverty rate in the area is 30.8%.
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 | 585 students · Kindergarten–6th | 3.3 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 536 students · 7th–12th | 3.7 |
Schools in Mahanoy City
Mahanoy City, Pennsylvania · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$45,720
Median Home Value
$39,600
Median Rent
$932/mo
Population
4,124
College Educated
9%
Homeownership
66%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
30.8%
Community Profile
Mahanoy City has a median household income of $45,720. It is a community where 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $39,600, with a median rent of $932/month. The area has a poverty rate of 30.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Mahanoy City, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Mahanoy City, Pennsylvania?
Mahanoy City has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Mahanoy City, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Mahanoy City is 3.5 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 Mahanoy City, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Mahanoy City on MySchoolScout is Mahanoy Area Jshs with a composite score of 3.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Mahanoy City, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in Mahanoy City on MySchoolScout is Mahanoy Area EL Sch with a composite score of 3.3/10.
What is the best high school in Mahanoy City, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked high school in Mahanoy City on MySchoolScout is Mahanoy Area Jshs with a composite score of 3.7/10.
How many school districts serve Mahanoy City, Pennsylvania?
Mahanoy City is served by 1 school district: Mahanoy Area Sd.
What is the education level in Mahanoy City, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 9% of adults in Mahanoy City have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Mahanoy City, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Mahanoy City is approximately $45,720 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Mahanoy City, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Mahanoy City is 13.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Mahanoy City, 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.