Best Schools in Mckees Rocks, Pennsylvania
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Mckees Rocks by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Montour EL Sch
Elementary · Montour Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Sto-rox Upper EL Sch
Middle · Sto-rox Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Sto-rox Primary Ctr
Elementary · Sto-rox Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Mckees Rocks for 2026 are Montour EL Sch (9.0/10), Sto-rox Upper EL Sch (4.9/10), and Sto-rox Primary Ctr (3.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 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
4
in this city
Avg Score
5.2
out of 10
Median Home
$190,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
5.2
out of 10
Median Home
$190,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +11.6 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Mckees Rocks schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Mckees Rocks
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Montour EL Sch | 9.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Sto-rox Upper EL Sch | 4.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Sto-rox Primary Ctr | 3.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Sto-rox Jshs | 3.1 / 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
- 5.2/10
- Median household income
- $62,552
- Median home value
- $190,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 31%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 63%
25% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Mckees Rocks compares
Pennsylvania rank
#357 of 408
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.0
below Pennsylvania avg (6.3)
Median household income
$63k
79% of Pennsylvania median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Mckees Rocks, Pennsylvania
Mckees Rocks, Pennsylvania is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.2 out of 10, schools in Mckees Rocks 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 Mckees Rocks is Montour EL Sch with a composite score of 9.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Mckees Rocks is served by 2 school districts: Montour SD, Sto-Rox SD. These districts collectively serve 4,137 students.
Mckees Rocks's community shows 31% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $62,552. The poverty rate in the area is 18.0%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,223 students · Kindergarten–4th | 9.0 |
| 2 | 300 students · Kindergarten–3rd | 3.9 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 220 students · 4th–6th | 4.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 474 students · 7th–12th | 3.1 |
Schools in Mckees Rocks
Mckees Rocks, Pennsylvania · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$62,552
Median Home Value
$190,100
Median Rent
$1,077/mo
Population
22,899
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
63%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
18.0%
Community Profile
Mckees Rocks has a median household income of $62,552. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $190,100, with a median rent of $1,077/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.0%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Mckees Rocks, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Mckees Rocks, Pennsylvania?
Mckees Rocks has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Mckees Rocks, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Mckees Rocks is 5.2 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 Mckees Rocks, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Mckees Rocks on MySchoolScout is Montour EL Sch with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Mckees Rocks, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in Mckees Rocks on MySchoolScout is Montour EL Sch with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Mckees Rocks, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked middle school in Mckees Rocks on MySchoolScout is Sto-rox Upper EL Sch with a composite score of 4.9/10.
What is the best high school in Mckees Rocks, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked high school in Mckees Rocks on MySchoolScout is Sto-rox Jshs with a composite score of 3.1/10.
How many school districts serve Mckees Rocks, Pennsylvania?
Mckees Rocks is served by 2 school districts: Montour Sd, Sto-rox Sd.
What is the education level in Mckees Rocks, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 31% of adults in Mckees Rocks have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Mckees Rocks, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Mckees Rocks is approximately $62,552 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Mckees Rocks, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Mckees Rocks is 12.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Mckees Rocks, 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.