For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 773 students in New Paris, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 66 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in New Paris, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in New Paris, PA is Chestnut Ridge Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
New Paris, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in New Paris have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% 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 New Paris, PA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chestnut Ridge Sr. High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2588 Quaker Valley Road
New Paris, PA 15554
(814) 839-4195
New Paris, PA 15554
(814) 839-4195
Gr: 8-12 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: n/an/a
2534 Quaker Valley Road
New Paris, PA 15554
(814) 839-4195
New Paris, PA 15554
(814) 839-4195
Gr: PK-2 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in New Paris, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in New Paris, PA include Chestnut Ridge Sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in Newris?
2 public schools are located in Newris.
What percentage of students in Newris go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in Newris are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Newris?
Newris public schools minority enrollment is 3% 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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