Best Schools in Meadville, Pennsylvania
9 schools · 6 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High
Choosing a school in Meadville?
Use this page to compare every school in Meadville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Meadville MS
Middle · Crawford Central Sd. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Meadville Area Shs
High · Crawford Central Sd. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
West End EL Sch
Elementary · Crawford Central Sd. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Meadville for 2026 are Meadville MS (7.5/10), Meadville Area Shs (6.7/10), and West End EL Sch (6.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 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
9
7 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$149,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
9
7 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$149,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +12.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Meadville schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Meadville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 rated schools; 9 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Meadville MS | 7.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Meadville Area Shs | 6.7 / 10 |
| 3 | West End EL Sch | 6.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Neason Hill EL Sch | 5.8 / 10 |
| 5 | First District EL Sch | 4.5 / 10 |
| 6 | Second District EL Sch | 3.6 / 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
- 6.1/10
- Median household income
- $58,531
- Median home value
- $149,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 26%
- Avg commute
- 18 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 60%
13% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Meadville compares
Pennsylvania rank
#266 of 424
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.2
below Pennsylvania avg (6.3)
Median household income
$59k
74% of Pennsylvania median
Schools in this city
8
Crawford Central SD runs 86% of Meadville's public schools
Meadville touches 2 districts, but Crawford Central SD is the one most addresses actually attend.
Crawford Central SD accounts for 6 of 7 public schools (86%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 6 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.6 to 7.5 — the spread is inside Meadville, not a citywide average.
- Crawford Central SD6 public · 86%
- Crawford County Career & Technical Center1 public · 14%
About Schools in Meadville, Pennsylvania
Meadville, Pennsylvania is home to 9 schools, including 7 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.1 out of 10, schools in Meadville show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Meadville is Meadville MS with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Meadville is served by 2 school districts: Crawford Central SD, Crawford County Career & Technical Center. These districts collectively serve 3,130 students.
Meadville's community shows 26% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $58,531. The poverty rate in the area is 11.8%.
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
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 330 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.7 | ||
| 2 | 325 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.8 | ||
| 3 | 344 students · Kindergarten–6th | 4.5 | ||
| 4 | 349 students · Kindergarten–6th | 3.6 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Seton Catholic SchoolPrivate 125 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Learning Center K-8 SchoolPrivate 61 students · Kindergarten–8th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 336 students · 7th–8th | 7.5 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 751 students · 9th–12th | 6.7 |
| 2 | 14 students · 9th–12th | — |
Schools in Meadville
Meadville, Pennsylvania · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$58,531
Median Home Value
$149,500
Median Rent
$892/mo
Population
27,112
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
60%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Community Profile
Meadville has a median household income of $58,531. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $149,500, with a median rent of $892/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.8%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 18 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Elementary
- 6
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Meadville, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Meadville, Pennsylvania?
Meadville has 9 schools, including 7 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Meadville, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Meadville is 6.1 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 Meadville, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Meadville on MySchoolScout is Meadville MS with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Meadville, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in Meadville on MySchoolScout is West End EL Sch with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Meadville, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked middle school in Meadville on MySchoolScout is Meadville MS with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best high school in Meadville, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked high school in Meadville on MySchoolScout is Meadville Area Shs with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Meadville, Pennsylvania?
Meadville is served by 2 school districts: Crawford Central Sd, Crawford County Career & Technical Center.
What is the education level in Meadville, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 26% of adults in Meadville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Meadville, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Meadville is approximately $58,531 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Meadville, Pennsylvania?
Yes, Meadville has 2 private schools alongside 7 public schools. The top-rated private school is Seton Catholic School with a score of 6.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Meadville, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Meadville is 11.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Meadville, 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.