Peters Township Schools

Peters Township Schools: What Relocating Families Want to Know

Answers to the questions relocating buyers ask most often

Relocation Tip: If schools are an important part of your home search, verify the specific property address and school assignment directly with the Upper St. Clair School District before purchasing a home. School boundaries, assignments, and policies can change.

Which School District Serves Peters Township?

Homes located within Peters Township in Washington County are served by the Peters Township School District. The district serves approximately 4,000 students from kindergarten through 12th grade across five schools:

• Bower Hill Elementary School — Grades K–3
  424 Bower Hill Road, Venetia, PA 15367
• Pleasant Valley Elementary School — Grades K–3
  250 East McMurray Road, McMurray, PA 15317
• McMurray Elementary School — Grades 4–5
  626 East McMurray Road, McMurray, PA 15317
• Peters Township Middle School — Grades 6–8
  264 East McMurray Road, McMurray, PA 15317
• Peters Township High School — Grades 9–12
  121 Rolling Hills Drive, McMurray, PA 15317

Your home’s location determines whether children attend Bower Hill or Pleasant Valley for grades K–3. Students then continue to McMurray Elementary, Peters Township Middle School and Peters Township High School.

Before purchasing a home, confirm its school district and elementary attendance assignment directly with the district rather than relying on the mailing address or ZIP code.

Visit the Peters Township School District website

Where Do Peters Township Graduates Go After High School?

Peters Township High School graduates pursue four-year universities, community colleges, technical and trade schools, military service and employment. College is a common next step: the district’s published profile reports that 85.8% of the Class of 2024 continued to four-year colleges, with another 7.1% pursuing two-year colleges, trade schools or technical schools.

The school’s profile lists institutions across Pennsylvania and throughout the country, including Penn State, the University of Pittsburgh, Carnegie Mellon, Duquesne, Ohio State, West Virginia University, Purdue, Virginia Tech, Brown and the University of Notre Dame.

Students can explore their options through the high school’s counseling department and college and career planning resources. These include assistance with college applications, financial aid and scholarships, along with tools for connecting students’ interests and strengths to their next steps.

Destinations vary by graduating class and each student’s goals. Families can review the district’s current resources for more information.

Explore Peters Township High School’s College and Career Planning Resources

How Are Students Assigned to Schools?

Students in the Peters Township School District attend schools based on their home address and grade level. For kindergarten through third grade, the district’s attendance boundaries determine whether children attend Bower Hill Elementary or Pleasant Valley Elementary.

After third grade, students from both elementary schools follow the same progression:

• McMurray Elementary School — Grades 4–5
• Peters Township Middle School — Grades 6–8
• Peters Township High School — Grades 9–12

If you’re purchasing a home, confirm the property’s school assignment directly with the district. A mailing address, ZIP code or proximity to a school does not establish which school your child will attend.

The district’s New Student Enrollment page includes an elementary attendance map, registration instructions and the documents needed to enroll, including proof of residency.

What Should I Know About PT School Transportation?

Peters Township School District provides bus transportation for eligible students, with exceptions for students living in designated walking areas. Families receive their student’s bus assignment through PowerSchool. Pickup times are approximate, and students should arrive at their assigned stop 10 minutes early.

When planning a move, keep these details in mind:

• Bus stops are generally shared neighborhood stops. A bus traveling past your home does not necessarily stop at your driveway.
• Kindergarten transportation is one way. Morning kindergarten students receive transportation to school; afternoon kindergarten students receive transportation home. Families arrange the other trip.
• New enrollment or an address change takes processing time. After the required documentation is submitted, allow at least 3–5 business days for a bus assignment.
• Childcare or split-custody arrangements require a written request through the district’s alternative transportation process.

Before purchasing a home, confirm transportation eligibility and the assigned stop with the district, especially if walking distance or childcare arrangements will affect your daily routine.

Visit Peters Township School District Transportation

What Does the Peters Township School Calendar Look Like?

The Peters Township School District calendar runs from late August through early June, with scheduled holiday breaks, teacher in-service days and parent conferences throughout the year.

For the 2026–2027 school year, key dates include:

• First day for students: August 20, 2026
• Thanksgiving break: November 26–30, 2026. Students also have no school November 25 for a staff in-service day.
• Winter break: December 23, 2026–January 1, 2027
• Spring break: March 22–29, 2027
• Scheduled last day for students: June 4, 2027

Families planning a move should review the calendar when arranging enrollment, childcare and travel. Additional days off appear throughout the year, and designated make-up days may affect the schedule.

The district provides a printable calendar, a separate testing calendar and individual school calendars for building-specific events. Always check the official calendar for updates before making plans.

View the Peters Township School District Calendar

How Does Peters Township High School Rank Nationally?

Peters Township High School ranks No. 382 nationally in the 2026–2027 U.S. News & World Report Best High Schools rankings. It also ranks No. 9 in Pennsylvania and No. 1 in the Pittsburgh metropolitan area.

These rankings provide one way to compare academic performance. Families researching schools should also explore course offerings, extracurricular activities, student support services and programs that match their student’s interests and needs.

The rankings apply specifically to Peters Township High School, rather than the school district as a whole, and may change with each annual release.

Read the District’s Ranking Announcement

What Should I Verify Before Choosing a Home?

Before purchasing a home in Peters Township, buyers should verify the property’s current school assignment directly with the Peters Township School District.

Even when a property is located within the district, families should confirm important details before making a purchasing decision:

• Which elementary school serves the specific address
• Current enrollment and school assignment information
• Transportation and bus eligibility for the property
• Bus stop location and approximate transportation times
• Programs or services important to your child
• Any anticipated district changes that could affect school assignments

School boundaries, transportation routes and district policies can change. Don’t rely solely on the real estate listing information, third-party website or information from the previous homeowner when making a home-buying decision based on schools.

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Howard Hanna Real Estate Services,
Upper St. Clair Office.

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