Best Schools in Mountaintop, Pennsylvania
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Mountaintop by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Fairview EL Sch
Elementary · Crestwood Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$277,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$277,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +4.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Mountaintop schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Mountaintop
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fairview EL Sch | 5.7 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $105,281
- Median home value
- $277,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 44%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 90%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Mountaintop compares
Median household income
$105k
133% of Pennsylvania median
About Schools in Mountaintop, Pennsylvania
Mountaintop, Pennsylvania is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Mountaintop 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 Mountaintop is Fairview EL Sch with a composite score of 5.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Mountaintop is served by 1 school district: Crestwood SD. These districts collectively serve 2,775 students.
Mountaintop's community shows 44% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $105,281. The poverty rate in the area is 6.7%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 631 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.7 |
Schools in Mountaintop
Mountaintop, Pennsylvania · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$105,281
Median Home Value
$277,500
Median Rent
$864/mo
Population
16,418
College Educated
44%
Homeownership
90%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Community Profile
Mountaintop has a median household income of $105,281. It is a well-educated community where 44% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $277,500, with a median rent of $864/month. The local poverty rate of 6.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Mountaintop, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Mountaintop, Pennsylvania?
Mountaintop has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Mountaintop, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Mountaintop is 5.7 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 Mountaintop, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Mountaintop on MySchoolScout is Fairview EL Sch with a composite score of 5.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Mountaintop, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in Mountaintop on MySchoolScout is Fairview EL Sch with a composite score of 5.7/10.
How many school districts serve Mountaintop, Pennsylvania?
Mountaintop is served by 1 school district: Crestwood Sd.
What is the education level in Mountaintop, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 44% of adults in Mountaintop have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Mountaintop, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Mountaintop is approximately $105,281 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Mountaintop, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Mountaintop is 19.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Mountaintop, 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.