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Bear Lane School
Middle School
51 BEAR LN, Punxsutawney, PA 15767
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
21:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
21:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Bear Lane School
Bear Lane School is a Amish private middle school in Punxsutawney, PA 15767. The school serves approximately 21 students in grades 1st – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 21:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $49,907, where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 21 students, Bear Lane School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
The student-teacher ratio at Bear Lane School is 21:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
As a private school, Bear Lane School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Bear Lane School compares to the 1 public school in Punxsutawney, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Punxsutawney
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bear Lane School (this school) | — |
| Punxsutawney Area HS | 6.4 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 21 students
- Type
- Private · Amish
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21:1
- Address
- 51 BEAR LN, Punxsutawney, PA 15767
- Phone
- (814) 427-4243
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in PA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
51 BEAR LN, Punxsutawney, PA 15767
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bear Lane School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Wasson Avenue El Sch (rated 8.9/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Dubois). Another option is C G Johnson El Sch (rated 7.8/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Reynoldsville). Additionally, Jefferson County-DuBois Area Vocational-Technical School (rated 6.4/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Reynoldsville). For more schools in Punxsutawney, see our Punxsutawney schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WILLOW DRIVE SCHOOL Punxsutawney | 1.0 mi | — |
| VALLEY VIEW SCHOOL Punxsutawney | 0.8 mi | — |
| PINE VALLEY SCHOOL Punxsutawney | 0.8 mi | — |
| ROCK DUMP SCHOOL Reynoldsville | 1.5 mi | — |
| KENTUCKY AVENUE AMISH SCHOOL Punxsutawney | 1.6 mi | 2.7 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW SCHOOL Punxsutawney | 1.7 mi | — |
| BLOSE HILL AMISH SCHOOL Reynoldsville | 2.2 mi | — |
| LONE OAK AMISH SCHOOL Punxsutawney | 2.0 mi | — |
| MAPLE GROVE AMISH SCHOOL Punxsutawney | 2.6 mi | — |
| BUTCHERS RUN AMISH SCHOOL Troutville | 2.9 mi | — |
| SUNSET VIEW AMISH SCHOOL Punxsutawney | 3.1 mi | — |
| TROUT RUN SCHOOL Punxsutawney | 3.8 mi | — |
| WEBER ROAD SCHOOL Luthersburg | 4.9 mi | — |
| HIGHLAND PARK SCHOOL Punxsutawney | 5.1 mi | 3.0 |
| C G Johnson El Sch Reynoldsville | 6.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Wasson Avenue El Sch Dubois | 7.7 mi | 8.9 |
| PLEASANT VIEW SCHOOL Rossiter | 7.8 mi | — |
| Jefferson County-DuBois Area Vocational-Technical School Reynoldsville | 8.0 mi | 6.4 |
| DUBOIS AREA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Du Bois | 8.4 mi | 6.0 |
| DUBOIS AREA CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Du Bois | 8.4 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15767 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,907
Median Home Value
$125,700
Median Rent
$823/mo
Population
14,136
College Educated
18.5%
Homeownership
70.4%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
19.1%
Median Age
43
Community Profile
The community surrounding Bear Lane School has a median household income of $49,907. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $125,700, with a median rent of $823/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.1%. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bear Lane School
What grades does Bear Lane School serve?
Bear Lane School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Bear Lane School?
Bear Lane School has an enrollment of approximately 21 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bear Lane School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bear Lane School is 21:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Bear Lane School a private school?
Yes, Bear Lane School is a private coeducational school with a Amish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Bear Lane School a religious school?
Bear Lane School has a Amish religious affiliation.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Elevated (791/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Punxsutawney). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 21
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Amish
- School Day
- 6.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- JEFFERSON
- Phone
- (814) 427-4243
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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