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Penn-Trafford School District


At a glance
18thof 606 Pennsylvania districts▲ 6
Better than 97% of Pennsylvania districts
1100 Randall Court
Export, PA 15632-3911
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Statewide performance 2017–2025
2025: better than 97% of districts
8
Schools
3,773
Students
7
5-star schools
Top rankedPenn Trafford High School6th of 681 Pennsylvania high schools
Biggest riser
Trafford Elementary School up 71 spots statewide this year
Smallest classes
Trafford Elementary School 13.3 students per teacher
SchoolDigger ratings
5★
4★
Summary:

The Penn-Trafford School District is a high-performing school district in Pennsylvania, with 8 schools serving students from elementary through high school. The district's schools consistently earn strong ratings from SchoolDigger, with several standout institutions that are among the top-ranked in the state.

At the top of the district's schools is Penn Trafford High School, which ranks 6th out of 681 Pennsylvania high schools and earns a 5-star rating. The high school boasts exceptional test scores, with over 86% of students proficient or better in Keystone Exams, and a robust 87.9% four-year graduation rate. The district's elementary schools also shine, with McCullough Elementary and Sunrise Elementary ranking among the top 41 elementary schools in the state.

While the Penn-Trafford School District as a whole demonstrates a strong commitment to academic excellence, there are some variations in performance among the schools. The two middle schools, Penn Middle School and Trafford Middle School, show differences in their outcomes, with Penn Middle School outperforming its counterpart. Additionally, the district's schools serve student populations with varying socioeconomic backgrounds, which may present equity challenges that the district could address.

Ranking:
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

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