Best Schools in Sewickley, Pennsylvania
9 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 3 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Sewickley by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Edgeworth EL Sch
Elementary · Quaker Valley Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Osborne EL Sch
Elementary · Quaker Valley Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Franklin EL Sch
Elementary · North Allegheny Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Sewickley for 2026 are Edgeworth EL Sch (9.4/10), Osborne EL Sch (9.3/10), and Franklin EL Sch (9.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 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
5 public · 4 private
Avg Score
7.4
out of 10
Median Home
$434,900
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
9
5 public · 4 private
Avg Score
7.4
out of 10
Median Home
$434,900
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +2.9 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Sewickley schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Sewickley
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Edgeworth EL Sch | 9.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Osborne EL Sch | 9.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Franklin EL Sch | 9.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Quaker Valley MS | 7.9 / 10 |
| 5 | St James Elementary School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Watson Institute | 6.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Sewickley Academy | 5.0 / 10 |
| 8 | Pennsylvania Distance Learning Cs | 4.1 / 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
- 7.4/10
- Median household income
- $125,339
- Median home value
- $434,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 60%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
63% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Sewickley compares
Pennsylvania rank
#83 of 408
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.2
above Pennsylvania avg (6.3)
Median household income
$125k
158% of Pennsylvania median
Schools in this city
8
About Schools in Sewickley, Pennsylvania
Sewickley, Pennsylvania is home to 9 schools, including 5 public schools and 4 private schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 7.4 out of 10, schools in Sewickley 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 Sewickley is Edgeworth EL Sch with a composite score of 9.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Sewickley is served by 3 school districts: Pennsylvania Distance Learning CS, North Allegheny SD, Quaker Valley SD. These districts collectively serve 11,537 students.
Sewickley's community shows 60% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $125,339. The poverty rate in the area is 3.4%.
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
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 418 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.4 | ||
| 2 | 366 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.3 | ||
| 3 | 737 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.1 | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St James Elementary School
Private
137 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.6 | ||
| 2 | 18 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | — | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 433 students · 6th–8th | 7.9 |
Other Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,166 students · Kindergarten–12th | 4.1 | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Watson Institute
Private
183 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.9 | ||
| 2 | Sewickley Academy
Private
515 students · Pre-K–12th | 5.0 | ||
Schools in Sewickley
Sewickley, Pennsylvania · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$125,339
Median Home Value
$434,900
Median Rent
$1,356/mo
Population
21,949
College Educated
60%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Community Profile
Sewickley has a median household income of $125,339. It is a well-educated community where 60% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $434,900, with a median rent of $1,356/month. The local poverty rate of 3.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 1
- Other
- 3
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Sewickley, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Sewickley, Pennsylvania?
Sewickley has 9 schools, including 5 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Sewickley, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sewickley is 7.4 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 Sewickley, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Sewickley on MySchoolScout is Edgeworth EL Sch with a composite score of 9.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Sewickley, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in Sewickley on MySchoolScout is Edgeworth EL Sch with a composite score of 9.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Sewickley, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked middle school in Sewickley on MySchoolScout is Quaker Valley MS with a composite score of 7.9/10.
How many school districts serve Sewickley, Pennsylvania?
Sewickley is served by 3 school districts: Pennsylvania Distance Learning Cs, North Allegheny Sd, Quaker Valley Sd.
What is the education level in Sewickley, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 60% of adults in Sewickley have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Sewickley, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Sewickley is approximately $125,339 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Sewickley, Pennsylvania?
Yes, Sewickley has 4 private schools alongside 5 public schools. The top-rated private school is St James Elementary School with a score of 7.6/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Sewickley, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sewickley is 21.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sewickley, 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.