Best Schools in Mountville, Pennsylvania
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 2 Other
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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
Elementary · Hempfield Sd. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
3
1 public · 2 private
Avg Score
7.4
out of 10
Median Home
$270,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
1 public · 2 private
Avg Score
7.4
out of 10
Median Home
$270,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
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 (1 rated schools; 3 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mountville EL Sch | 7.9 / 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
- 7.4/10
- Median household income
- $95,516
- Median home value
- $270,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 32%
- Avg commute
- 31 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 69%
67% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Mountville compares
Pennsylvania rank
#51 of 424
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.2
above Pennsylvania avg (6.3)
Median household income
$96k
120% of Pennsylvania median
Schools in this city
3
Hempfield SD runs Mountville's public schools
1 public school. Hempfield SD is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Mountville is a Hempfield SD school (1 of 1).
About Schools in Mountville, Pennsylvania
Mountville, Pennsylvania is home to 3 schools, including 1 public school and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.4 out of 10, schools in Mountville perform strongly 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 Mountville is Mountville EL Sch with a composite score of 7.9/10, 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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 563 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.9 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dayspring Christian AcademyPrivate 334 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated |
| 2 | New StoryPrivate 183 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Mountville
Mountville, Pennsylvania · 3 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.
Schools by Level
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Elementary
- 1
- Other
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Mountville, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Mountville, Pennsylvania?
Mountville has 3 schools, including 1 public and 2 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 7.4 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 7.9/10.
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 7.9/10.
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 2 private schools alongside 1 public schools. The top-rated private school is Dayspring Christian Academy with a score of 7.8/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Mountville, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Mountville is 10.3:1. 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.