Best Schools in Williamsport, Pennsylvania
9 schools · 2 Elementary · 4 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Williamsport by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Jackson Primary Sch
Elementary · Williamsport Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Cochran Primary Sch
Elementary · Williamsport Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Williamsport Area Shs
High · Williamsport Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Williamsport for 2026 are Jackson Primary Sch (8.3/10), Cochran Primary Sch (7.8/10), and Williamsport Area Shs (6.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 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
8 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$176,200
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
9
8 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$176,200
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 8.3/10 despite 84% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.1 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Williamsport schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +1.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Williamsport schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Williamsport
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 rated schools; 9 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jackson Primary Sch | 8.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Cochran Primary Sch | 7.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Williamsport Area Shs | 6.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Lycoming Valley Intrmd Sch | 6.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Loyalsock Twp Shs | 6.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Williamsport Area MS | 5.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Curtin Intrmd Sch | 5.0 / 10 |
| 8 | Loyalsock Twp MS | 4.6 / 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
- 6.4/10
- Median household income
- $52,770
- Median home value
- $176,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 28%
- Avg commute
- 17 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 54%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Williamsport compares
Pennsylvania rank
#212 of 424
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.1
above Pennsylvania avg (6.3)
Median household income
$53k
66% of Pennsylvania median
Schools in this city
9
Williamsport Area SD runs 75% of Williamsport's public schools
Williamsport touches 2 districts, but Williamsport Area SD is the one most addresses actually attend.
Williamsport Area SD accounts for 6 of 8 public schools (75%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 2.
Among 8 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.6 to 8.3 — the spread is inside Williamsport, not a citywide average.
- Williamsport Area SD6 public · 75%
- Loyalsock Township SD2 public · 25%
About Schools in Williamsport, Pennsylvania
Williamsport, Pennsylvania is home to 9 schools, including 8 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Williamsport show moderate performance 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 Williamsport is Jackson Primary Sch with a composite score of 8.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Williamsport is served by 2 school districts: Loyalsock Township SD, Williamsport Area SD. These districts collectively serve 6,347 students.
Williamsport's community shows 28% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $52,770. The poverty rate in the area is 18.4%.
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 | 549 students · Kindergarten–3rd | 8.3 |
| 2 | 534 students · Kindergarten–3rd | 7.8 |
Middle Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 564 students · 4th–6th | 6.3 |
| 2 | 696 students · 7th–8th | 5.7 |
| 3 | 539 students · 4th–6th | 5.0 |
| 4 | 344 students · 6th–8th | 4.6 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,492 students · 9th–12th | 6.6 |
| 2 | 461 students · 9th–12th | 6.0 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 205 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Williamsport
Williamsport, Pennsylvania · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$52,770
Median Home Value
$176,200
Median Rent
$869/mo
Population
43,169
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
54%
Avg Commute
17 min
Poverty Rate
18.4%
Community Profile
Williamsport has a median household income of $52,770. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $176,200, with a median rent of $869/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.4%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 17 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 4
- High
- 2
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Williamsport, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Williamsport, Pennsylvania?
Williamsport has 9 schools, including 8 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Williamsport, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Williamsport is 6.4 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 Williamsport, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Williamsport on MySchoolScout is Jackson Primary Sch with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Williamsport, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in Williamsport on MySchoolScout is Jackson Primary Sch with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Williamsport, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked middle school in Williamsport on MySchoolScout is Lycoming Valley Intrmd Sch with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best high school in Williamsport, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked high school in Williamsport on MySchoolScout is Williamsport Area Shs with a composite score of 6.6/10.
How many school districts serve Williamsport, Pennsylvania?
Williamsport is served by 2 school districts: Loyalsock Township Sd, Williamsport Area Sd.
What is the education level in Williamsport, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 28% of adults in Williamsport have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Williamsport, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Williamsport is approximately $52,770 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Williamsport, Pennsylvania?
Yes, Williamsport has 1 private school alongside 8 public schools. The top-rated private school is St John Neumann Regional Academy with a score of 7.4/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Williamsport, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Williamsport is 13.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Williamsport, 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.