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5.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Windber, Pennsylvania

3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 3
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.8/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
5.8/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$59,256

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$120,000

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
21%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
24 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
81%

Of occupied housing units

How Windber compares

Pennsylvania rank

#305 of 408

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.5

below Pennsylvania avg (6.3)

Median household income

$59k

75% of Pennsylvania median

Schools in this city

3

About Schools in Windber, Pennsylvania

Windber, Pennsylvania is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Windber show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Windber is Windber EL Sch with a composite score of 6.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Windber is served by 1 school district: Windber Area SD. These districts collectively serve 1,244 students.

Windber's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $59,256. The poverty rate in the area is 10.5%.

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.

Filter by ZIP: 15963 (3)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 622 students · Pre-K–5th 6.0

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 289 students · 6th–8th 5.6

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 322 students · 9th–12th 5.8

Schools in Windber

Windber, Pennsylvania · 3 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$59,256

Median Home Value

$120,000

Median Rent

$752/mo

Population

10,383

College Educated

21%

Homeownership

81%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

10.5%

Community Profile

Windber has a median household income of $59,256. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $120,000, with a median rent of $752/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.5%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

Total Schools
3
Elementary
1
Middle
1
High
1
Districts
1
Avg Rating
5.8/10

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Windber, Pennsylvania

How many schools are in Windber, Pennsylvania?

Windber has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Windber, Pennsylvania?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Windber is 5.8 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Windber, Pennsylvania?

The top-ranked school in Windber on MySchoolScout is Windber EL Sch with a composite score of 6.0/10.

What is the best elementary school in Windber, Pennsylvania?

The top-ranked elementary school in Windber on MySchoolScout is Windber EL Sch with a composite score of 6.0/10.

What is the best middle school in Windber, Pennsylvania?

The top-ranked middle school in Windber on MySchoolScout is Windber Area MS with a composite score of 5.6/10.

What is the best high school in Windber, Pennsylvania?

The top-ranked high school in Windber on MySchoolScout is Windber Area HS with a composite score of 5.8/10.

How many school districts serve Windber, Pennsylvania?

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

What is the education level in Windber, Pennsylvania?

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

What is the median income in Windber, Pennsylvania?

The median household income in Windber is approximately $59,256 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Windber is 14.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Windber, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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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.