Below Average
#753 of 873 private schools in PA
Allen Christian Day School
Middle School
220 BOYER RD, Carlisle, PA 17015
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
2nd – 8th
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
2nd – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#753 of 873
In Carlisle
#5 of 5
public schools
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Allen Christian Day School
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About Allen Christian Day School
Allen Christian Day School is a private middle school in Carlisle, PA. Allen Christian Day School serves approximately 34 students, and covers grades 2nd-8th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Allen Christian Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #753 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- PA avg 5.4
What Parents Should Know
At 34 students, Allen Christian Day School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.5:1 students to teachers, Allen Christian Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Allen Christian Day School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Allen Christian Day School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Carlisle, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Allen Christian Day School (this school) | 4.8 |
| Lamberton MS | 4.9 |
| Letort El Sch | 6.0 |
| Hamilton El Sch | 5.3 |
| Mooreland El Sch | 5.2 |
| Bellaire El Sch | 6.0 |
| Middlesex El Sch | 5.1 |
| Crestview El Sch | 4.6 |
| Wilson MS | 4.1 |
| Mt Holly Springs El Sch | 3.5 |
| North Dickinson El Sch | 4.8 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in PA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in PA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
220 BOYER RD, Carlisle, PA 17015
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Allen Christian Day School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Eagle View MS (rated 6.5/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Mechanicsburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is Yellow Breeches MS (rated 5.9/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Boiling Springs), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lamberton MS (rated 4.9/10, 4.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Carlisle, see our Carlisle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Monroe El Sch Boiling Springs | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Iron Forge El Sch Boiling Springs | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Boiling Springs HS Boiling Springs | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Yellow Breeches MS Boiling Springs | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| RIVER ROCK ACADEMY-CARLISLE Carlisle | 3.2 mi | — |
| Silver Spring El Sch Mechanicsburg | 5.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Cumberland Valley HS Mechanicsburg | 5.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Eagle View MS Mechanicsburg | 5.3 mi | 6.5 |
| South Mountain El Sch Dillsburg | 5.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Letort El Sch Carlisle | 4.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Lamberton MS Carlisle | 4.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Mechanicsburg Area SHS Mechanicsburg | 5.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Broad Street El Sch Mechanicsburg | 5.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Middlesex El Sch Carlisle | 6.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Hamilton El Sch Carlisle | 5.2 mi | 5.3 |
| KIDDIE ACADEMY OF SILVER SPRING TOWNSHIP Mechanicsburg | 5.7 mi | — |
| Dillsburg El Sch Dillsburg | 5.8 mi | 7.2 |
| W.G. Rice El Sch Mount Holly Springs | 5.7 mi | 5.5 |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL Carlisle | 5.4 mi | 6.0 |
| TENDER YEARS - MECHANICSBURG Mechanicsburg | 6.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,634
Median Home Value
$281,100
Median Rent
$1,168/mo
Population
24,240
College Educated
35.3%
Homeownership
82.2%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Median Age
47.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Allen Christian Day School
What grades does Allen Christian Day School serve?
Allen Christian Day School serves students in grades 2nd through 8th.
How many students attend Allen Christian Day School?
Allen Christian Day School has an enrollment of approximately 34 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Allen Christian Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Allen Christian Day School is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Allen Christian Day School rank in PA?
Allen Christian Day School ranks #753 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Allen Christian Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Allen Christian Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Allen Christian Day School a private school?
Yes, Allen Christian Day School is a private coeducational school with a Mennonite affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Allen Christian Day School a religious school?
Allen Christian Day School has a Mennonite religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 2nd – 8th
- Enrollment
- 34
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Mennonite
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Cumberland County
- Phone
- (717) 241-6700
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