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Best Schools in Rome, Pennsylvania

3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High · 1 Other

Public: 2
Private: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.0/10
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Choosing a school in Rome?

Use this page to compare every school in Rome by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Northeast Bradford Elementary School

7.4/10

Elementary · Northeast Bradford Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

North Rome Christian School

6.1/10

Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Northeast Bradford Jshs

4.4/10

High · Northeast Bradford Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Rome for 2026 are Northeast Bradford Elementary School (7.4/10), North Rome Christian School (6.1/10), and Northeast Bradford Jshs (4.4/10), 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

6.0

out of 10

Median Home

$179,000

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Rome

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 Northeast Bradford Elementary School 7.4 / 10
2 North Rome Christian School 6.1 / 10
3 Northeast Bradford Jshs 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
6.0/10

33% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$67,500

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$179,000

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
18%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
28 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
76%

Of occupied housing units

How Rome compares

Pennsylvania rank

#291 of 408

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.3

below Pennsylvania avg (6.3)

Median household income

$68k

85% of Pennsylvania median

Schools in this city

3

About Schools in Rome, Pennsylvania

Rome, Pennsylvania is home to 3 schools, including 2 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Rome 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 Rome is Northeast Bradford Elementary School with a composite score of 7.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Rome is served by 1 school district: Northeast Bradford SD. These districts collectively serve 678 students.

Rome's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $67,500. The poverty rate in the area is 12.3%.

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.

Filter by ZIP: 18837 (3)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 341 students · Kindergarten–6th 7.4

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 337 students · 7th–12th 4.4

Other Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 109 students · Kindergarten–11th 6.1

Schools in Rome

Rome, Pennsylvania · 3 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$67,500

Median Home Value

$179,000

Median Rent

$946/mo

Population

2,710

College Educated

18%

Homeownership

76%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

12.3%

Community Profile

Rome has a median household income of $67,500. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $179,000, with a median rent of $946/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.3%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Rome, Pennsylvania

How many schools are in Rome, Pennsylvania?

Rome has 3 schools, including 2 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Rome, Pennsylvania?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Rome is 6.0 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 Rome, Pennsylvania?

The top-ranked school in Rome on MySchoolScout is Northeast Bradford Elementary School with a composite score of 7.4/10.

What is the best elementary school in Rome, Pennsylvania?

The top-ranked elementary school in Rome on MySchoolScout is Northeast Bradford Elementary School with a composite score of 7.4/10.

What is the best high school in Rome, Pennsylvania?

The top-ranked high school in Rome on MySchoolScout is Northeast Bradford Jshs with a composite score of 4.4/10.

How many school districts serve Rome, Pennsylvania?

Rome is served by 1 school district: Northeast Bradford Sd.

What is the education level in Rome, Pennsylvania?

According to Census data, 18% of adults in Rome have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Rome, Pennsylvania?

The median household income in Rome is approximately $67,500 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Rome, Pennsylvania?

Yes, Rome has 1 private school alongside 2 public schools. The top-rated private school is North Rome Christian School with a score of 6.1/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Rome, Pennsylvania?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Rome is 11.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Rome, 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.