Best Schools in Mount Joy, Pennsylvania
8 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Mount Joy by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Donegal Primary School
Elementary · Donegal Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The Janus School
Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Kraybill Mennonite School
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Mount Joy for 2026 are Donegal Primary School (8.6/10), The Janus School (8.1/10), and Kraybill Mennonite School (7.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 7 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
8
5 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$275,600
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
8
5 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$275,600
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +3.2 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Mount Joy schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Mount Joy
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 of 8). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Donegal Primary School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 2 | The Janus School | 8.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Kraybill Mennonite School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Farmdale EL Sch | 7.2 / 10 |
| 5 | Donegal HS | 5.9 / 10 |
| 6 | Donegal Jhs | 5.4 / 10 |
| 7 | Sonlight River Brethren School | 5.3 / 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
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $89,776
- Median home value
- $275,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 33%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 71%
57% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Mount Joy compares
Pennsylvania rank
#155 of 408
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.6
above Pennsylvania avg (6.3)
Median household income
$90k
113% of Pennsylvania median
Schools in this city
7
About Schools in Mount Joy, Pennsylvania
Mount Joy, Pennsylvania is home to 8 schools, including 5 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Mount Joy 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 Mount Joy is Donegal Primary School with a composite score of 8.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Mount Joy is served by 3 school districts: Donegal SD, Hempfield SD, Lancaster County Career and Technology Center. These districts collectively serve 9,805 students.
Mount Joy's community shows 33% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $89,776. The poverty rate in the area is 5.7%.
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.
Elementary Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 601 students · Kindergarten–2nd | 8.6 | ||
| 2 | 507 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.2 | ||
| 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 | Kraybill Mennonite School
Private
144 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.3 | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 445 students · 7th–8th | 5.4 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 923 students · 9th–12th | 5.9 |
| 2 | 9 students · 9th–12th | — |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Janus School
Private
77 students · 2nd–12th | 8.1 |
| 2 | Sonlight River Brethren School
Private
53 students · 1st–12th | 5.3 |
Schools in Mount Joy
Mount Joy, Pennsylvania · 8 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$89,776
Median Home Value
$275,600
Median Rent
$1,225/mo
Population
19,747
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
71%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Community Profile
Mount Joy has a median household income of $89,776. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $275,600, with a median rent of $1,225/month. The local poverty rate of 5.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Mount Joy, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Mount Joy, Pennsylvania?
Mount Joy has 8 schools, including 5 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Mount Joy, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Mount Joy is 6.8 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 Mount Joy, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Mount Joy on MySchoolScout is Donegal Primary School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Mount Joy, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in Mount Joy on MySchoolScout is Donegal Primary School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Mount Joy, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked middle school in Mount Joy on MySchoolScout is Donegal Jhs with a composite score of 5.4/10.
What is the best high school in Mount Joy, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked high school in Mount Joy on MySchoolScout is Donegal HS with a composite score of 5.9/10.
How many school districts serve Mount Joy, Pennsylvania?
Mount Joy is served by 3 school districts: Donegal Sd, Hempfield Sd, Lancaster County Career and Technology Center.
What is the education level in Mount Joy, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 33% of adults in Mount Joy have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Mount Joy, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Mount Joy is approximately $89,776 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Mount Joy, Pennsylvania?
Yes, Mount Joy has 3 private schools alongside 5 public schools. The top-rated private school is The Janus School with a score of 8.1/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Mount Joy, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Mount Joy is 10.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Mount Joy, 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.