Best Schools in Milroy, Pennsylvania
5 schools · 5 Middle
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Schools
5
0 public · 5 private
Avg Score
2.2
out of 10
Median Home
$113,500
home value · ACS
Schools
5
0 public · 5 private
Avg Score
2.2
out of 10
Median Home
$113,500
home value · ACS
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 2.2/10
- Median household income
- $70,928
- Median home value
- $113,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 12%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 87%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Milroy compares
Pennsylvania rank
#424 of 424
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-4.1
below Pennsylvania avg (6.3)
Median household income
$71k
89% of Pennsylvania median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Milroy, Pennsylvania
Milroy, Pennsylvania is home to 5 schools, including 0 public schools and 5 private schools. The city's schools span 5 middle schools.
With an average rating of 2.2 out of 10, schools in Milroy face significant challenges 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 Milroy is Back Mountain Amish School with a composite score of 2.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Milroy's community shows 12% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $70,928. The poverty rate in the area is 30.7%.
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.
Middle Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Back Mountain Amish SchoolPrivate 31 students · 1st–8th | Not Rated |
| 2 | Sunnyview SchoolPrivate 31 students · 1st–8th | Not Rated |
| 3 | Barefoot SchoolPrivate 31 students · 1st–8th | Not Rated |
| 4 | Locust HillPrivate 23 students · 1st–8th | Not Rated |
| 5 | Shale Bank Amish SchoolPrivate 26 students · 1st–8th | Not Rated |
Schools in Milroy
Milroy, Pennsylvania · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$70,928
Median Home Value
$113,500
Median Rent
$689/mo
Population
3,191
College Educated
12%
Homeownership
87%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
30.7%
Community Profile
Milroy has a median household income of $70,928. It is a community where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $113,500, with a median rent of $689/month. The area has a poverty rate of 30.7%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Milroy, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Milroy, Pennsylvania?
Milroy has 5 schools, including 0 public and 5 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Milroy, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Milroy is 2.2 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the education level in Milroy, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 12% of adults in Milroy have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Milroy, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Milroy is approximately $70,928 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Milroy, Pennsylvania?
Yes, Milroy has 5 private schools alongside 0 public schools. The top-rated private school is Back Mountain Amish School with a score of 2.6/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Milroy, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Milroy is 28.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Milroy, 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.