Best Schools in Windber, Pennsylvania
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
Choosing a school in Windber?
Use this page to compare every school in Windber by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Windber Area HS
High · Windber Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Windber EL Sch
Elementary · Windber Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Windber Area MS
Middle · Windber 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 Windber for 2026 are Windber Area HS (7.3/10), Windber EL Sch (5.7/10), and Windber Area MS (5.3/10), 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
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$120,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$120,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +10.9 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Windber schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Windber
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Windber Area HS | 7.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Windber EL Sch | 5.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Windber Area MS | 5.3 / 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
- Median household income
- $59,256
- Median home value
- $120,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 21%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Windber compares
Pennsylvania rank
#273 of 408
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.2
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 6.1 out of 10, schools in Windber 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 Windber is Windber Area HS with a composite score of 7.3/10, 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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 622 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.7 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 289 students · 6th–8th | 5.3 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 322 students · 9th–12th | 7.3 |
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.
Schools by Level
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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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 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 Windber, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Windber on MySchoolScout is Windber Area HS with a composite score of 7.3/10.
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 5.7/10.
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 5.3/10.
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 7.3/10.
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 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.