Best Schools in Sugarloaf, Pennsylvania
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Sugarloaf by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Valley El/ms
Elementary · Hazleton Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
3.2
out of 10
Median Home
$279,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
3.2
out of 10
Median Home
$279,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +7.1 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Sugarloaf schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Sugarloaf
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Valley El/ms | 3.2 / 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
- 3.2/10
- Median household income
- $95,820
- Median home value
- $279,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 36%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 86%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Sugarloaf compares
Median household income
$96k
121% of Pennsylvania median
About Schools in Sugarloaf, Pennsylvania
Sugarloaf, Pennsylvania is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 3.2 out of 10, schools in Sugarloaf face significant challenges 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 Sugarloaf is Valley El/ms with a composite score of 3.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Sugarloaf is served by 1 school district: Hazleton Area SD. These districts collectively serve 12,609 students.
Sugarloaf's community shows 36% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $95,820. The poverty rate in the area is 4.9%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 910 students · Kindergarten–8th | 3.2 |
Schools in Sugarloaf
Sugarloaf, Pennsylvania · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$95,820
Median Home Value
$279,800
Median Rent
$1,341/mo
Population
4,161
College Educated
36%
Homeownership
86%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Community Profile
Sugarloaf has a median household income of $95,820. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $279,800, with a median rent of $1,341/month. The local poverty rate of 4.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Sugarloaf, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Sugarloaf, Pennsylvania?
Sugarloaf has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Sugarloaf, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sugarloaf is 3.2 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 Sugarloaf, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Sugarloaf on MySchoolScout is Valley El/ms with a composite score of 3.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Sugarloaf, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in Sugarloaf on MySchoolScout is Valley El/ms with a composite score of 3.2/10.
How many school districts serve Sugarloaf, Pennsylvania?
Sugarloaf is served by 1 school district: Hazleton Area Sd.
What is the education level in Sugarloaf, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 36% of adults in Sugarloaf have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Sugarloaf, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Sugarloaf is approximately $95,820 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Sugarloaf, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sugarloaf is 13.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sugarloaf, 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.