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Best Schools in Tyrone, Pennsylvania

7 schools · 2 Elementary · 4 Middle · 1 High

Public: 3
Private: 4
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.1/10
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Choosing a school in Tyrone?

Use this page to compare every school in Tyrone by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Tyrone Area HS

7.5/10

High · Tyrone Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Tyrone Area EL Sch

5.9/10

Elementary · Tyrone Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Tyrone Area MS

5.0/10

Middle · Tyrone Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Tyrone for 2026 are Tyrone Area HS (7.5/10), Tyrone Area EL Sch (5.9/10), and Tyrone Area MS (5.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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

7

3 public · 4 private

Avg Score

6.1

out of 10

Median Home

$166,500

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Tyrone

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Tyrone Area HS 7.5 / 10
2 Tyrone Area EL Sch 5.9 / 10
3 Tyrone Area MS 5.0 / 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
6.1/10

33% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$65,641

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$166,500

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
21%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
23 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
73%

Of occupied housing units

How Tyrone compares

Pennsylvania rank

#268 of 408

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.1

below Pennsylvania avg (6.3)

Median household income

$66k

83% of Pennsylvania median

Schools in this city

3

About Schools in Tyrone, Pennsylvania

Tyrone, Pennsylvania is home to 7 schools, including 3 public schools and 4 private schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.1 out of 10, schools in Tyrone 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 Tyrone is Tyrone Area HS with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Tyrone is served by 1 school district: Tyrone Area SD. These districts collectively serve 1,687 students.

Tyrone's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $65,641. The poverty rate in the area is 10.7%.

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.

Filter by ZIP: 16686 (7)

Elementary Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 668 students · Pre-K–4th 5.9
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 21 students · Pre-K–6th

Middle Schools

4 schools
# School Rating
1 508 students · 5th–8th 5.0
Private Schools 3 schools

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1 24 students · 1st–8th
2 22 students · 1st–8th
3 25 students · 1st–8th

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 511 students · 9th–12th 7.5

Schools in Tyrone

Tyrone, Pennsylvania · 7 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$65,641

Median Home Value

$166,500

Median Rent

$806/mo

Population

13,000

College Educated

21%

Homeownership

73%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

10.7%

Community Profile

Tyrone has a median household income of $65,641. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $166,500, with a median rent of $806/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.7%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Tyrone, Pennsylvania

How many schools are in Tyrone, Pennsylvania?

Tyrone has 7 schools, including 3 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Tyrone, Pennsylvania?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Tyrone is 6.1 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 Tyrone, Pennsylvania?

The top-ranked school in Tyrone on MySchoolScout is Tyrone Area HS with a composite score of 7.5/10.

What is the best elementary school in Tyrone, Pennsylvania?

The top-ranked elementary school in Tyrone on MySchoolScout is Tyrone Area EL Sch with a composite score of 5.9/10.

What is the best middle school in Tyrone, Pennsylvania?

The top-ranked middle school in Tyrone on MySchoolScout is Tyrone Area MS with a composite score of 5.0/10.

What is the best high school in Tyrone, Pennsylvania?

The top-ranked high school in Tyrone on MySchoolScout is Tyrone Area HS with a composite score of 7.5/10.

How many school districts serve Tyrone, Pennsylvania?

Tyrone is served by 1 school district: Tyrone Area Sd.

What is the education level in Tyrone, Pennsylvania?

According to Census data, 21% of adults in Tyrone have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Tyrone, Pennsylvania?

The median household income in Tyrone is approximately $65,641 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Tyrone, Pennsylvania?

Yes, Tyrone has 4 private schools alongside 3 public schools.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Tyrone, Pennsylvania?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Tyrone is 16.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Tyrone, 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.