Best Damascus Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 258 students in Damascus, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 7 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Damascus, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in Damascus, PA is Damascus Area School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Damascus, PA public school have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in Damascus have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best Public Schools in Damascus, PA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Damascus Area School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
174 High School Rd
Damascus, PA 18415
(570) 224-4114
Gr: PK-8 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Damascus, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in Damascus, PA include Damascus Area School.
How many public schools are located in Damascus?
1 public schools are located in Damascus.
What percentage of students in Damascus go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Damascus are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Damascus?
Damascus public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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