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Best Schools in Mountville, Pennsylvania

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Other

Public: 1
Private: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.3/10
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Use this page to compare every school in Mountville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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Mountville EL Sch

6.9/10

Elementary · Hempfield Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

New Story

3.8/10

Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Schools

2

1 public · 1 private

Avg Score

5.3

out of 10

Median Home

$270,600

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Most improved · 2022 → 2024
Mountville EL Sch

STAAR proficiency rose +7.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Mountville schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.

Top-Rated Schools in Mountville

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Mountville EL Sch 6.9 / 10
2 New Story 3.8 / 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
5.3/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$95,516

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$270,600

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
32%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
31 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
69%

Of occupied housing units

How Mountville compares

Median household income

$96k

120% of Pennsylvania median

About Schools in Mountville, Pennsylvania

Mountville, Pennsylvania is home to 2 schools, including 1 public school and 1 private school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

With an average rating of 5.3 out of 10, schools in Mountville 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 Mountville is Mountville EL Sch with a composite score of 6.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Mountville is served by 1 school district: Hempfield SD. These districts collectively serve 6,998 students.

Mountville's community shows 32% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $95,516. The poverty rate in the area is 5.6%.

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.

Filter by ZIP: 17554 (2)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 563 students · Kindergarten–6th 6.9

Other Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
New Story Private
109 students · Kindergarten–12th
3.8

Schools in Mountville

Mountville, Pennsylvania · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$95,516

Median Home Value

$270,600

Median Rent

$1,346/mo

Population

7,561

College Educated

32%

Homeownership

69%

Avg Commute

31 min

Poverty Rate

5.6%

Community Profile

Mountville has a median household income of $95,516. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $270,600, with a median rent of $1,346/month. The local poverty rate of 5.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Mountville, Pennsylvania

How many schools are in Mountville, Pennsylvania?

Mountville has 2 schools, including 1 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Mountville, Pennsylvania?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Mountville is 5.3 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 Mountville, Pennsylvania?

The top-ranked school in Mountville on MySchoolScout is Mountville EL Sch with a composite score of 6.9/10.

What is the best elementary school in Mountville, Pennsylvania?

The top-ranked elementary school in Mountville on MySchoolScout is Mountville EL Sch with a composite score of 6.9/10.

How many school districts serve Mountville, Pennsylvania?

Mountville is served by 1 school district: Hempfield Sd.

What is the education level in Mountville, Pennsylvania?

According to Census data, 32% of adults in Mountville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Mountville, Pennsylvania?

The median household income in Mountville is approximately $95,516 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Mountville, Pennsylvania?

Yes, Mountville has 1 private school alongside 1 public schools. The top-rated private school is New Story with a score of 3.8/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Mountville, Pennsylvania?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Mountville is 20.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Mountville, 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.