Best Schools in Moon Township, Pennsylvania
9 schools · 6 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Moon Township by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Mccormick EL Sch
Elementary · Moon Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
J.a. Allard EL Sch
Elementary · Moon Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Moon Area Lower MS
Middle · Moon Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Moon Township for 2026 are Mccormick EL Sch (9.1/10), J.a. Allard EL Sch (8.5/10), and Moon Area Lower MS (8.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 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
8 public · 1 private
Avg Score
8.2
out of 10
Median Home
$255,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
9
8 public · 1 private
Avg Score
8.2
out of 10
Median Home
$255,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 9.1/10 despite 12% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 0.8 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 Moon Township schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +13.4 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Moon Township schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Moon Township
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mccormick EL Sch | 9.1 / 10 |
| 2 | J.a. Allard EL Sch | 8.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Moon Area Lower MS | 8.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Richard J. Hyde EL Sch | 8.3 / 10 |
| 5 | J H Brooks EL Sch | 8.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Bon Meade EL Sch | 8.1 / 10 |
| 7 | Moon Area Shs | 8.0 / 10 |
| 8 | Moon Area Upper MS | 7.3 / 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
- 8.2/10
- Median household income
- $94,703
- Median home value
- $255,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 47%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 73%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Moon Township compares
Pennsylvania rank
#20 of 408
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+2.0
above Pennsylvania avg (6.3)
Median household income
$95k
119% of Pennsylvania median
Schools in this city
8
About Schools in Moon Township, Pennsylvania
Moon Township, Pennsylvania offers parents 8 ranked public schools, all operating within the Moon Area School District. The district runs a complete K–12 pipeline across distinct campuses, covering elementary and middle school years before students converge at the high school level. With an average score of 7.4 out of 10 across those 8 schools, Moon Township sits solidly above the median for comparable suburban communities outside Pittsburgh.
The elementary level is where Moon Township performs at its peak. J H Brooks Elementary and McCormick Elementary both score 8.8 out of 10, tying for the district's top spot and placing among the strongest elementary programs in western Pennsylvania. J.A. Allard Elementary follows at 8.6, meaning three of the four ranked elementary campuses deliver performance well above the district average. Five of the eight ranked schools — 62% — score 7 or higher, signaling a district that performs consistently rather than relying on a single standout campus to carry its reputation.
The middle school picture holds up, though scores step down from the elementary peaks. Moon Area Lower Middle School earns an 8.4, maintaining the momentum families build during the grade school years. Moon Area Upper Middle School scores a 7.6 — still above the district average and comfortably in the upper tier among comparable suburban middle schools in the region. The transition from lower to upper middle school represents the widest single performance gap in the district, a useful data point for families planning several years ahead.
For parents comparing options across Allegheny County, Moon Township delivers a reliable advantage: a high floor and a competitive ceiling. The 7.4 district average reflects few weak spots, and the clustering of three elementary schools above 8.5 means most families start with strong options regardless of their attendance zone. Parents focused on the elementary years will find genuine top-tier choices. Those with middle schoolers can expect continued solid performance, with the upper middle school remaining a capable, if slightly softer, step in an otherwise strong district chain.
Elementary Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 208 students · Kindergarten–4th | 9.1 | ||
| 2 | 212 students · Kindergarten–4th | 8.5 | ||
| 3 | 215 students · Kindergarten–4th | 8.3 | ||
| 4 | 383 students · Kindergarten–4th | 8.1 | ||
| 5 | 587 students · Kindergarten–4th | 8.1 | ||
| 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 | 10 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | — | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 609 students · 5th–6th | 8.4 |
| 2 | 611 students · 7th–8th | 7.3 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,247 students · 9th–12th | 8.0 |
Schools in Moon Township
Moon Township, Pennsylvania · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$94,703
Median Home Value
$255,200
Median Rent
$1,161/mo
Population
42,782
College Educated
47%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Community Profile
Moon Township has a median household income of $94,703. It is a well-educated community where 47% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $255,200, with a median rent of $1,161/month. The local poverty rate of 5.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Elementary
- 6
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Moon Township, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Moon Township, Pennsylvania?
Moon Township has 9 schools, including 8 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Moon Township, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Moon Township is 8.2 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 Moon Township, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Moon Township on MySchoolScout is Mccormick EL Sch with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Moon Township, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in Moon Township on MySchoolScout is Mccormick EL Sch with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Moon Township, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked middle school in Moon Township on MySchoolScout is Moon Area Lower MS with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best high school in Moon Township, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked high school in Moon Township on MySchoolScout is Moon Area Shs with a composite score of 8.0/10.
How many school districts serve Moon Township, Pennsylvania?
Moon Township is served by 1 school district: Moon Area Sd.
What is the education level in Moon Township, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 47% of adults in Moon Township have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Moon Township, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Moon Township is approximately $94,703 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Moon Township, Pennsylvania?
Yes, Moon Township has 1 private school alongside 8 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Moon Township, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Moon Township is 12.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Moon Township, 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.