Best Schools in Souderton, Pennsylvania
9 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Souderton by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Franconia EL Sch
Elementary · Souderton Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
West Broad Street EL Sch
Elementary · Souderton Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Souderton Cs Collaborative
Elementary · Souderton Cs Collaborative. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Souderton for 2026 are Franconia EL Sch (8.6/10), West Broad Street EL Sch (8.2/10), and Souderton Cs Collaborative (7.3/10), 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
6 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$339,700
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
9
6 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$339,700
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +3.6 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Souderton schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Souderton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 rated schools; 9 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Franconia EL Sch | 8.6 / 10 |
| 2 | West Broad Street EL Sch | 8.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Souderton Cs Collaborative | 7.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Souderton Area HS | 7.2 / 10 |
| 5 | E M Crouthamel EL Sch | 6.5 / 10 |
| 6 | Indian Crest MS | 4.9 / 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
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $94,291
- Median home value
- $339,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 40%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 68%
56% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Souderton compares
Pennsylvania rank
#129 of 424
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.6
above Pennsylvania avg (6.3)
Median household income
$94k
119% of Pennsylvania median
Schools in this city
9
Souderton Area SD runs 83% of Souderton's public schools
Souderton touches 2 districts, but Souderton Area SD is the one most addresses actually attend.
Souderton Area SD accounts for 5 of 6 public schools (83%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 6 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.9 to 8.6 — the spread is inside Souderton, not a citywide average.
- Souderton Area SD5 public · 83%
- Souderton Cs Collaborative1 public · 17%
About Schools in Souderton, Pennsylvania
Souderton, Pennsylvania is home to 9 schools, including 6 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Souderton 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 Souderton is Franconia EL Sch with a composite score of 8.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Souderton is served by 2 school districts: Souderton CS Collaborative, Souderton Area SD. These districts collectively serve 6,305 students.
Souderton's community shows 40% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $94,291. The poverty rate in the area is 6.6%.
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 | 402 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.6 | ||
| 2 | 379 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.2 | ||
| 3 | 241 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.3 | ||
| 4 | 338 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.5 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 36 students · Pre-K–1st | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 623 students · 6th–8th | 4.9 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,132 students · 9th–12th | 7.2 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Souderton Vantage AcademyPrivate 59 students · 5th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dock Mennonite AcademyPrivate 532 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Souderton
Souderton, Pennsylvania · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$94,291
Median Home Value
$339,700
Median Rent
$1,358/mo
Population
14,422
College Educated
40%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Community Profile
Souderton has a median household income of $94,291. It is a well-educated community where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $339,700, with a median rent of $1,358/month. The local poverty rate of 6.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Souderton, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Souderton, Pennsylvania?
Souderton has 9 schools, including 6 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Souderton, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Souderton is 6.8 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 Souderton, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Souderton on MySchoolScout is Franconia EL Sch with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Souderton, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in Souderton on MySchoolScout is Franconia EL Sch with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Souderton, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked middle school in Souderton on MySchoolScout is Indian Crest MS with a composite score of 4.9/10.
What is the best high school in Souderton, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked high school in Souderton on MySchoolScout is Souderton Area HS with a composite score of 7.2/10.
How many school districts serve Souderton, Pennsylvania?
Souderton is served by 2 school districts: Souderton Cs Collaborative, Souderton Area Sd.
What is the education level in Souderton, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 40% of adults in Souderton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Souderton, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Souderton is approximately $94,291 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Souderton, Pennsylvania?
Yes, Souderton has 3 private schools alongside 6 public schools. The top-rated private school is Souderton Vantage Academy with a score of 7.4/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Souderton, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Souderton is 10.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Souderton, 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.