Best Schools in New Kensington, Pennsylvania
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 2 High
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Valley Jshs
High · New Kensington-Arnold Sd. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Martin Sch
Elementary · New Kensington-Arnold Sd. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
4
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
4.2
out of 10
Median Home
$166,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
4
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
4.2
out of 10
Median Home
$166,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in New Kensington
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 4 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Valley Jshs | 3.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Martin Sch | 2.5 / 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
- 4.2/10
- Median household income
- $62,997
- Median home value
- $166,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 27%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 73%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How New Kensington compares
Pennsylvania rank
#411 of 424
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-2.1
below Pennsylvania avg (6.3)
Median household income
$63k
79% of Pennsylvania median
Schools in this city
3
New Kensington-Arnold SD runs 67% of New Kensington's public schools
New Kensington touches 2 districts, but New Kensington-Arnold SD is the one most addresses actually attend.
New Kensington-Arnold SD accounts for 2 of 3 public schools (67%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 2.5 to 3.3 — the spread is inside New Kensington, not a citywide average.
- New Kensington-Arnold SD2 public · 67%
- Northern Westmoreland Career and Technology Center1 public · 33%
About Schools in New Kensington, Pennsylvania
New Kensington, Pennsylvania is home to 4 schools, including 3 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 4.2 out of 10, schools in New Kensington show moderate performance 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 New Kensington is Mary Queen of Apostles School with a composite score of 6.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
New Kensington is served by 2 school districts: New Kensington-Arnold SD, Northern Westmoreland Career and Technology Center. These districts collectively serve 1,953 students.
New Kensington's community shows 27% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $62,997. The poverty rate in the area is 12.5%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 165 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 2.5 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 215 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 885 students · 7th–12th | 3.3 |
| 2 | 6 students · 9th–12th | — |
Schools in New Kensington
New Kensington, Pennsylvania · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$62,997
Median Home Value
$166,000
Median Rent
$749/mo
Population
36,068
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Community Profile
New Kensington has a median household income of $62,997. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $166,000, with a median rent of $749/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.5%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Elementary
- 2
- High
- 2
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Common questions about schools in New Kensington, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in New Kensington, Pennsylvania?
New Kensington has 4 schools, including 3 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in New Kensington, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in New Kensington is 4.2 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 Kensington, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in New Kensington on MySchoolScout is Valley Jshs with a composite score of 3.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in New Kensington, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in New Kensington on MySchoolScout is Martin Sch with a composite score of 2.5/10.
What is the best high school in New Kensington, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked high school in New Kensington on MySchoolScout is Valley Jshs with a composite score of 3.3/10.
How many school districts serve New Kensington, Pennsylvania?
New Kensington is served by 2 school districts: New Kensington-Arnold Sd, Northern Westmoreland Career and Technology Center.
What is the education level in New Kensington, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 27% of adults in New Kensington have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in New Kensington, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in New Kensington is approximately $62,997 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in New Kensington, Pennsylvania?
Yes, New Kensington has 1 private school alongside 3 public schools. The top-rated private school is Mary Queen of Apostles School with a score of 6.8/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in New Kensington, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in New Kensington is 10.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in New Kensington, 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.