Best Schools in Pennsburg, Pennsylvania
3 schools · 1 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Pennsburg by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Perkiomen School
High. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Upper Perkiomen HS
High · Upper Perkiomen Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Upper Perkiomen MS
Middle · Upper Perkiomen Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Pennsburg for 2026 are Perkiomen School (9.3/10), Upper Perkiomen HS (7.0/10), and Upper Perkiomen MS (6.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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
3
2 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.6
out of 10
Median Home
$342,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
2 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.6
out of 10
Median Home
$342,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +0.6 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Pennsburg schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Pennsburg
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Perkiomen School | 9.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Upper Perkiomen HS | 7.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Upper Perkiomen MS | 6.4 / 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
- 7.6/10
- Median household income
- $107,643
- Median home value
- $342,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 32%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 89%
67% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Pennsburg compares
Pennsylvania rank
#69 of 408
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.3
above Pennsylvania avg (6.3)
Median household income
$108k
136% of Pennsylvania median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Pennsburg, Pennsylvania
Pennsburg, Pennsylvania is home to 3 schools, including 2 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 7.6 out of 10, schools in Pennsburg 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 Pennsburg is Perkiomen School with a composite score of 9.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Pennsburg is served by 1 school district: Upper Perkiomen SD. These districts collectively serve 3,183 students.
Pennsburg's community shows 32% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $107,643. The poverty rate in the area is 6.9%.
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.
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 687 students · 6th–8th | 6.4 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,074 students · 9th–12th | 7.0 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Perkiomen School
Private
292 students · 6th–12th | 9.3 | ||
Schools in Pennsburg
Pennsburg, Pennsylvania · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$107,643
Median Home Value
$342,300
Median Rent
$1,413/mo
Population
11,534
College Educated
32%
Homeownership
89%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Community Profile
Pennsburg has a median household income of $107,643. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $342,300, with a median rent of $1,413/month. The local poverty rate of 6.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
Resources
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Pennsburg, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Pennsburg, Pennsylvania?
Pennsburg has 3 schools, including 2 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Pennsburg, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Pennsburg is 7.6 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 Pennsburg, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Pennsburg on MySchoolScout is Perkiomen School with a composite score of 9.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Pennsburg, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked middle school in Pennsburg on MySchoolScout is Upper Perkiomen MS with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best high school in Pennsburg, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked high school in Pennsburg on MySchoolScout is Perkiomen School with a composite score of 9.3/10.
How many school districts serve Pennsburg, Pennsylvania?
Pennsburg is served by 1 school district: Upper Perkiomen Sd.
What is the education level in Pennsburg, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 32% of adults in Pennsburg have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Pennsburg, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Pennsburg is approximately $107,643 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Pennsburg, Pennsylvania?
Yes, Pennsburg has 1 private school alongside 2 public schools. The top-rated private school is Perkiomen School with a score of 9.3/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Pennsburg, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Pennsburg is 11.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Pennsburg, 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.