Best Schools in Oil City, Pennsylvania
8 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Oil City by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Oil City Area MS
Middle · Oil City Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Hasson Heights Sch
Elementary · Oil City Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Seventh Street Sch
Elementary · Oil City Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Oil City for 2026 are Oil City Area MS (6.6/10), Hasson Heights Sch (4.5/10), and Seventh Street Sch (4.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
8
6 public · 2 private
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$84,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
8
6 public · 2 private
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$84,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +9.7 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Oil City schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Oil City
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 rated schools; 8 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oil City Area MS | 6.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Hasson Heights Sch | 4.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Seventh Street Sch | 4.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Oil City Shs | 4.4 / 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
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $57,368
- Median home value
- $84,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 18%
- Avg commute
- 22 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 71%
14% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Oil City compares
Pennsylvania rank
#318 of 424
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.5
below Pennsylvania avg (6.3)
Median household income
$57k
72% of Pennsylvania median
Schools in this city
7
Oil City Area SD runs 83% of Oil City's public schools
Oil City touches 2 districts, but Oil City Area SD is the one most addresses actually attend.
Oil City Area SD accounts for 5 of 6 public schools (83%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 4 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.4 to 6.6 — the spread is inside Oil City, not a citywide average.
- Oil City Area SD5 public · 83%
- Venango Technology Center1 public · 17%
About Schools in Oil City, Pennsylvania
Oil City, Pennsylvania is home to 8 schools, including 6 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Oil City 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 Oil City is Venango Region Catholic School with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Oil City is served by 2 school districts: Oil City Area SD, Venango Technology Center. These districts collectively serve 1,924 students.
Oil City's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $57,368. The poverty rate in the area is 16.4%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 98 students · Kindergarten–1st | 6.1 |
| 2 | 389 students · Kindergarten–4th | 4.5 |
| 3 | 152 students · 2nd–4th | 4.5 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 562 students · 5th–8th | 6.6 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 608 students · 9th–12th | 4.4 |
| 2 | 3 students · 9th–12th | — |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 136 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated |
| 2 | 141 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Oil City
Oil City, Pennsylvania · 8 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$57,368
Median Home Value
$84,800
Median Rent
$809/mo
Population
15,067
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
71%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
16.4%
Community Profile
Oil City has a median household income of $57,368. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $84,800, with a median rent of $809/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.4%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Oil City, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Oil City, Pennsylvania?
Oil City has 8 schools, including 6 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Oil City, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Oil City 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 Oil City, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Oil City on MySchoolScout is Oil City Area MS with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Oil City, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in Oil City on MySchoolScout is Hasson Heights Sch with a composite score of 4.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Oil City, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked middle school in Oil City on MySchoolScout is Oil City Area MS with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best high school in Oil City, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked high school in Oil City on MySchoolScout is Oil City Shs with a composite score of 4.4/10.
How many school districts serve Oil City, Pennsylvania?
Oil City is served by 2 school districts: Oil City Area Sd, Venango Technology Center.
What is the education level in Oil City, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 18% of adults in Oil City have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Oil City, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Oil City is approximately $57,368 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Oil City, Pennsylvania?
Yes, Oil City has 2 private schools alongside 6 public schools. The top-rated private school is Venango Region Catholic School with a score of 7.2/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Oil City, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Oil City is 9.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Oil City, 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.