Best Schools in Throop, Pennsylvania
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Throop by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Mid Valley Secondary Center
High · Mid Valley Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Mid Valley EL Ctr
Elementary · Mid Valley Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
4.8
out of 10
Median Home
$173,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
4.8
out of 10
Median Home
$173,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +9.7 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Throop schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Throop
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mid Valley Secondary Center | 5.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Mid Valley EL Ctr | 4.2 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.8/10
- Median household income
- $63,097
- Median home value
- $173,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 29%
- Avg commute
- 16 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 63%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Throop compares
Median household income
$63k
80% of Pennsylvania median
About Schools in Throop, Pennsylvania
Throop, Pennsylvania is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 4.8 out of 10, schools in Throop 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 Throop is Mid Valley Secondary Center with a composite score of 5.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Throop is served by 1 school district: Mid Valley SD. These districts collectively serve 1,940 students.
Throop's community shows 29% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $63,097. The poverty rate in the area is 12.5%.
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 | 1,043 students · Kindergarten–6th | 4.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 882 students · 7th–12th | 5.3 |
Schools in Throop
Throop, Pennsylvania · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$63,097
Median Home Value
$173,500
Median Rent
$927/mo
Population
12,714
College Educated
29%
Homeownership
63%
Avg Commute
16 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Community Profile
Throop has a median household income of $63,097. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $173,500, with a median rent of $927/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.5%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 16 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Throop, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Throop, Pennsylvania?
Throop has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Throop, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Throop is 4.8 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 Throop, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Throop on MySchoolScout is Mid Valley Secondary Center with a composite score of 5.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Throop, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in Throop on MySchoolScout is Mid Valley EL Ctr with a composite score of 4.2/10.
What is the best high school in Throop, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked high school in Throop on MySchoolScout is Mid Valley Secondary Center with a composite score of 5.3/10.
How many school districts serve Throop, Pennsylvania?
Throop is served by 1 school district: Mid Valley Sd.
What is the education level in Throop, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 29% of adults in Throop have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Throop, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Throop is approximately $63,097 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Throop, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Throop is 16.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Throop, 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.