Best Schools in Quakertown, Pennsylvania
15 schools · 10 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other
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Quakertown EL Sch
Elementary · Quakertown Community Sd. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Richland EL Sch
Elementary · Quakertown Community Sd. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Springfield EL Sch
Elementary · Palisades Sd. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Quakertown for 2026 are Quakertown EL Sch (8.4/10), Richland EL Sch (7.4/10), and Springfield EL Sch (7.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 9 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
15
9 public · 6 private
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$339,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
15
9 public · 6 private
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$339,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 7.3/10 despite 27% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.9 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Quakertown schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +6.1 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Quakertown schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Quakertown
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (9 rated schools; 15 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Quakertown EL Sch | 8.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Richland EL Sch | 7.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Springfield EL Sch | 7.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Neidig EL Sch | 7.1 / 10 |
| 5 | Quakertown Community HS | 6.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Pfaff EL Sch | 5.6 / 10 |
| 7 | Trumbauersville EL Sch | 5.5 / 10 |
| 8 | Strayer MS | 5.1 / 10 |
| 9 | 6th Grade Center | 3.5 / 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
- 6.4/10
- Median household income
- $95,084
- Median home value
- $339,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 33%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
43% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Quakertown compares
Pennsylvania rank
#211 of 424
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.2
above Pennsylvania avg (6.3)
Median household income
$95k
120% of Pennsylvania median
Schools in this city
14
Quakertown Community SD runs 89% of Quakertown's public schools
Quakertown touches 2 districts, but Quakertown Community SD is the one most addresses actually attend.
Quakertown Community SD accounts for 8 of 9 public schools (89%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 9 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.5 to 8.4 — the spread is inside Quakertown, not a citywide average.
- Quakertown Community SD8 public · 89%
- Palisades SD1 public · 11%
About Schools in Quakertown, Pennsylvania
Quakertown, Pennsylvania is home to 15 schools, including 9 public schools and 6 private schools. The city's schools span 10 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Quakertown 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 Quakertown is Quakertown EL Sch with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Quakertown is served by 2 school districts: Palisades SD, Quakertown Community SD. These districts collectively serve 6,055 students.
Quakertown's community shows 33% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $95,084. The poverty rate in the area is 6.8%.
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
10 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 259 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.4 | ||
| 2 | 343 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.4 | ||
| 3 | 208 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.3 | ||
| 4 | 494 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.1 | ||
| 5 | 498 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.6 | ||
| 6 | 371 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.5 | ||
Private Schools4 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | United Friends SchoolPrivate 73 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Faith Christian AcademyPrivate 382 students · Kindergarten–5th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | St Isidore Elementary SchoolPrivate 180 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 4 | Lifespan School & DaycarePrivate 10 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 696 students · 7th–8th | 5.1 |
| 2 | 354 students · 6th–6th | 3.5 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,649 students · 9th–12th | 6.7 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Faith Christian AcademyPrivate 582 students · 6th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Quakertown Christian SchoolPrivate 202 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Quakertown
Quakertown, Pennsylvania · 15 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$95,084
Median Home Value
$339,000
Median Rent
$1,341/mo
Population
36,556
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Community Profile
Quakertown has a median household income of $95,084. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $339,000, with a median rent of $1,341/month. The local poverty rate of 6.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Elementary
- 10
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 2
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Quakertown, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Quakertown, Pennsylvania?
Quakertown has 15 schools, including 9 public and 6 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Quakertown, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Quakertown is 6.4 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 Quakertown, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Quakertown on MySchoolScout is Quakertown EL Sch with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Quakertown, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in Quakertown on MySchoolScout is Quakertown EL Sch with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Quakertown, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked middle school in Quakertown on MySchoolScout is Strayer MS with a composite score of 5.1/10.
What is the best high school in Quakertown, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked high school in Quakertown on MySchoolScout is Quakertown Community HS with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Quakertown, Pennsylvania?
Quakertown is served by 2 school districts: Palisades Sd, Quakertown Community Sd.
What is the education level in Quakertown, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 33% of adults in Quakertown have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Quakertown, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Quakertown is approximately $95,084 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Quakertown, Pennsylvania?
Yes, Quakertown has 6 private schools alongside 9 public schools. The top-rated private school is United Friends School with a score of 7.5/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Quakertown, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Quakertown is 13.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Quakertown, 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.