Best Schools in New Columbia, Pennsylvania
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in New Columbia by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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White Deer EL Sch
Elementary · Milton Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.5
out of 10
Median Home
$188,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.5
out of 10
Median Home
$188,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +0.2 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among New Columbia schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in New Columbia
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 | White Deer EL Sch | 7.5 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.5/10
- Median household income
- $92,400
- Median home value
- $188,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 94%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How New Columbia compares
Median household income
$92k
117% of Pennsylvania median
About Schools in New Columbia, Pennsylvania
New Columbia, Pennsylvania is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.5 out of 10, schools in New Columbia perform strongly 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 New Columbia is White Deer EL Sch with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
New Columbia is served by 1 school district: Milton Area SD. These districts collectively serve 1,925 students.
New Columbia's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $92,400. The poverty rate in the area is 7.6%.
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 | 344 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.5 |
Schools in New Columbia
New Columbia, Pennsylvania · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$92,400
Median Home Value
$188,400
Median Rent
$975/mo
Population
3,085
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
94%
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Community Profile
New Columbia has a median household income of $92,400. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $188,400, with a median rent of $975/month. The local poverty rate of 7.6% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in New Columbia, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in New Columbia, Pennsylvania?
New Columbia has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in New Columbia, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in New Columbia is 7.5 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 New Columbia, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in New Columbia on MySchoolScout is White Deer EL Sch with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in New Columbia, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in New Columbia on MySchoolScout is White Deer EL Sch with a composite score of 7.5/10.
How many school districts serve New Columbia, Pennsylvania?
New Columbia is served by 1 school district: Milton Area Sd.
What is the education level in New Columbia, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in New Columbia have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in New Columbia, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in New Columbia is approximately $92,400 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in New Columbia, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in New Columbia is 13.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in New Columbia, 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.