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#62 of 873 private schools in PA

Top 7% of private schools

Berks Christian School

School

926 PHILADELPHIA TER, Birdsboro, PA 19508

Private

Enrollment

144

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#62 of 873

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Berks Christian School

8.2/10

School in Birdsboro · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Daniel Boone Area HS

8.0/10

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4.7/10

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About Berks Christian School

Berks Christian School is a private school in Birdsboro, PA. Berks Christian School serves approximately 144 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Berks Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #62 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it compares1.9 pts above PA schools
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • PA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 144 students, Berks Christian 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.

Berks Christian 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.

Berks Christian School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Berks Christian School compares to the 3 public schools in Birdsboro, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
This School
vs
12.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
144
This School
vs
574
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.2
This School
vs
8.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 52.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 25% vs 0%
Black 6.2% vs 0%
Asian 2.1% vs 0%
Berks Christian School Birdsboro Public Avg

All Schools in Birdsboro

School Rating
Berks Christian School (this school) 8.2
Daniel Boone Area HS 8.0
Daniel Boone Area Primary Ctr 8.0
Robeson El Ctr 8.5

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 6.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.5 / 10
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School Day Length 7.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,350
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 64%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 144
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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)

White 52.8%
Hispanic 25.0%
Two or More 13.9%
Black 6.2%
Asian 2.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

926 PHILADELPHIA TER, Birdsboro, PA 19508

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Berks Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Robeson El Ctr (rated 8.5/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Daniel Boone Area HS (rated 8.0/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Daniel Boone Area Primary Ctr (rated 8.0/10, 3.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Birdsboro, see our Birdsboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Daniel Boone Area HS Birdsboro 2.3 mi 8.0
Lorane El Sch Reading 1.9 mi 4.7
Owatin Creek El Sch Reading 2.6 mi 4.5
Jacksonwald El Sch Reading 3.1 mi 4.8
HAPPY HEART EARLY LEARNING CENTER Douglassville 2.9 mi
Reiffton Sch Reading 3.1 mi 6.3
Daniel Boone Area Primary Ctr Birdsboro 3.2 mi 8.0
Exeter Twp JHS Reading 3.4 mi 3.9
Exeter Twp SHS Reading 3.7 mi 6.9
Robeson El Ctr Birdsboro 4.0 mi 8.5
Daniel Boone Area MS Douglassville 4.0 mi 5.6
Daniel Boone Area Intermediate Cntr Douglassville 4.3 mi 7.3
RIVER ROCK ACADEMY AMITY CAMPUS Douglassville 4.4 mi
Mt Penn Primary Ctr Reading 4.8 mi 3.9
ST CATHARINE OF SIENA SCHOOL Reading 4.8 mi 7.3
Antietam MS/HS Reading 4.9 mi 3.4
Mt Penn El Sch Mount Penn 4.9 mi 4.2
Oley Valley MS Oley 6.6 mi 6.6
Oley Valley El Sch Oley 6.7 mi 6.6
Sixteenth & Haak El Sch Reading 5.6 mi 3.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19508 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,409

Median Home Value

$242,100

Median Rent

$1,108/mo

Population

15,066

College Educated

27.8%

Homeownership

81.2%

Avg Commute

28.6 min

Poverty Rate

10.8%

Median Age

44.2

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KIDSPEACE NATIONAL CENTERS Orefield, PA 8.1
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Berks Christian School

What grades does Berks Christian School serve?

Berks Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Berks Christian School?

Berks Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 144 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Berks Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Berks Christian School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Berks Christian School rank in PA?

Berks Christian School ranks #62 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Berks Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Berks Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Berks Christian School a private school?

Yes, Berks Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Berks Christian School a religious school?

Berks Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
144
Gender Split
56% M / 44% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Berks County

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