Best Schools in Spring Grove, Pennsylvania
9 schools · 2 Elementary · 3 Middle · 1 High · 3 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Spring Grove by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Spring Grove EL Sch
Elementary · Spring Grove Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Spring Grove Area HS
High · Spring Grove Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
River Rock Academy Inc-spring Grove
Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Spring Grove for 2026 are Spring Grove EL Sch (7.8/10), Spring Grove Area HS (7.3/10), and River Rock Academy Inc-spring Grove (6.8/10), 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
4 public · 5 private
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$258,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
9
4 public · 5 private
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$258,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +3.4 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Spring Grove schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Spring Grove
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spring Grove EL Sch | 7.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Spring Grove Area HS | 7.3 / 10 |
| 3 | River Rock Academy Inc-spring Grove | 6.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Spring Grove Area Intrmd Sch | 6.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Garbers Mennonite School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Spring Grove Area MS | 4.8 / 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
- 6.5/10
- Median household income
- $96,438
- Median home value
- $258,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 26%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 86%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Spring Grove compares
Pennsylvania rank
#193 of 408
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.3
above Pennsylvania avg (6.3)
Median household income
$96k
122% of Pennsylvania median
Schools in this city
6
About Schools in Spring Grove, Pennsylvania
Spring Grove, Pennsylvania is home to 9 schools, including 4 public schools and 5 private schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Spring Grove 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 Spring Grove is Spring Grove EL Sch with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Spring Grove is served by 1 school district: Spring Grove Area SD. These districts collectively serve 3,930 students.
Spring Grove's community shows 26% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $96,438. The poverty rate in the area is 4.2%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 724 students · Kindergarten–4th | 7.8 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Small World Daycare Center Inc
Private
5 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | — | ||
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 611 students · 5th–6th | 6.5 | ||
| 2 | 633 students · 7th–8th | 4.8 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Old Paths Christian Academy
Private
1 students · 5th–5th | — | ||
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,198 students · 9th–12th | 7.3 |
Other Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 49 students · 1st–12th | 6.8 |
| 2 | Garbers Mennonite School
Private
65 students · 1st–11th | 6.1 |
| 3 | Pleasant Hill Christian School
Private
28 students · 1st–12th | — |
Schools in Spring Grove
Spring Grove, Pennsylvania · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$96,438
Median Home Value
$258,700
Median Rent
$1,183/mo
Population
14,020
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
86%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Community Profile
Spring Grove has a median household income of $96,438. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $258,700, with a median rent of $1,183/month. The local poverty rate of 4.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 1
- Other
- 3
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Pennsylvania
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Spring Grove, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Spring Grove, Pennsylvania?
Spring Grove has 9 schools, including 4 public and 5 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Spring Grove, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Spring Grove is 6.5 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 Spring Grove, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Spring Grove on MySchoolScout is Spring Grove EL Sch with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Spring Grove, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in Spring Grove on MySchoolScout is Spring Grove EL Sch with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Spring Grove, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked middle school in Spring Grove on MySchoolScout is Spring Grove Area Intrmd Sch with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best high school in Spring Grove, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked high school in Spring Grove on MySchoolScout is Spring Grove Area HS with a composite score of 7.3/10.
How many school districts serve Spring Grove, Pennsylvania?
Spring Grove is served by 1 school district: Spring Grove Area Sd.
What is the education level in Spring Grove, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 26% of adults in Spring Grove have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Spring Grove, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Spring Grove is approximately $96,438 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Spring Grove, Pennsylvania?
Yes, Spring Grove has 5 private schools alongside 4 public schools. The top-rated private school is River Rock Academy Inc-spring Grove with a score of 6.8/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Spring Grove, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Spring Grove is 10.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Spring Grove, 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.