Best Schools in Pottsville, Pennsylvania
9 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Pottsville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Gillingham Charter School
Other · Gillingham Charter School. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Pottsville Area HS
High · Pottsville Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Nativity Bvm High School
High. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Pottsville for 2026 are Gillingham Charter School (6.6/10), Pottsville Area HS (5.9/10), and Nativity Bvm High School (5.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 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
9
4 public · 5 private
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$130,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
9
4 public · 5 private
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$130,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +1.7 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Pottsville schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Pottsville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gillingham Charter School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Pottsville Area HS | 5.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Nativity Bvm High School | 5.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Assumption Bvm School | 5.1 / 10 |
| 5 | Lengel MS | 4.9 / 10 |
| 6 | Clarke EL Ctr | 4.8 / 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
- 5.5/10
- Median household income
- $61,632
- Median home value
- $130,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 71%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Pottsville compares
Pennsylvania rank
#339 of 408
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.8
below Pennsylvania avg (6.3)
Median household income
$62k
78% of Pennsylvania median
Schools in this city
6
About Schools in Pottsville, Pennsylvania
Pottsville, Pennsylvania is home to 9 schools, including 4 public schools and 5 private schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.5 out of 10, schools in Pottsville show moderate performance 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 Pottsville is Gillingham Charter School with a composite score of 6.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Pottsville is served by 2 school districts: Gillingham Charter School, Pottsville Area SD. These districts collectively serve 2,734 students.
Pottsville's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $61,632. The poverty rate in the area is 14.3%.
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
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 845 students · Kindergarten–4th | 4.8 | ||
| Private Schools 3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Assumption Bvm School
Private
159 students · Kindergarten–8th | 5.1 | ||
| 2 | 3 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | — | ||
| 3 | Perception Training Center
Private
3 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | — | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 682 students · 5th–8th | 4.9 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 951 students · 9th–12th | 5.9 | ||
| 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 | Nativity Bvm High School
Private
234 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 250 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.6 | ||
| 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 | 17 students · UG–UG | — | ||
Schools in Pottsville
Pottsville, Pennsylvania · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$61,632
Median Home Value
$130,600
Median Rent
$819/mo
Population
22,557
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
71%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Community Profile
Pottsville has a median household income of $61,632. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $130,600, with a median rent of $819/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.3%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Pottsville, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Pottsville, Pennsylvania?
Pottsville has 9 schools, including 4 public and 5 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Pottsville, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Pottsville is 5.5 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 Pottsville, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Pottsville on MySchoolScout is Gillingham Charter School with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Pottsville, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in Pottsville on MySchoolScout is Assumption Bvm School with a composite score of 5.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Pottsville, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked middle school in Pottsville on MySchoolScout is Lengel MS with a composite score of 4.9/10.
What is the best high school in Pottsville, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked high school in Pottsville on MySchoolScout is Pottsville Area HS with a composite score of 5.9/10.
How many school districts serve Pottsville, Pennsylvania?
Pottsville is served by 2 school districts: Gillingham Charter School, Pottsville Area Sd.
What is the education level in Pottsville, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Pottsville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Pottsville, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Pottsville is approximately $61,632 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Pottsville, Pennsylvania?
Yes, Pottsville has 5 private schools alongside 4 public schools. The top-rated private school is Nativity Bvm High School with a score of 5.5/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Pottsville, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Pottsville is 10.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Pottsville, 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.