Best Schools in South Mountain, Pennsylvania
3 schools · 3 High
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Quality shifts by neighborhood
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Schools
3
1 public · 2 private
Avg Score
8.2
out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
1 public · 2 private
Avg Score
8.2
out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.2/10
100% of schools rated 7+
South Mountain Secure Trmnt Unit runs South Mountain's public schools
1 public school. South Mountain Secure Trmnt Unit is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in South Mountain is a South Mountain Secure Trmnt Unit school (1 of 1).
About Schools in South Mountain, Pennsylvania
South Mountain, Pennsylvania is home to 3 schools, including 1 public school and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 8.2 out of 10, schools in South Mountain perform strongly 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 South Mountain is Abraxas Leadership Development Program with a composite score of 8.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
South Mountain is served by 1 school district: South Mountain Secure Trmnt Unit. These districts collectively serve 25 students.
South Mountain's community shows .
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.
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 25 students · 7th–12th | — | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 50 students · 6th–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Abraxas Youth CenterPrivate 58 students · 7th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in South Mountain
South Mountain, Pennsylvania · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Population
26
Schools by Level
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- 3
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Common questions about schools in South Mountain, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in South Mountain, Pennsylvania?
South Mountain has 3 schools, including 1 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in South Mountain, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in South Mountain is 8.2 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
How many school districts serve South Mountain, Pennsylvania?
South Mountain is served by 1 school district: South Mountain Secure Trmnt Unit.
Are there private schools in South Mountain, Pennsylvania?
Yes, South Mountain has 2 private schools alongside 1 public schools. The top-rated private school is Abraxas Leadership Development Program with a score of 8.5/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in South Mountain, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in South Mountain is 4.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in South Mountain, 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.