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Calvary Baptist Academy

School

11394 ROUTE 286 HWY E, Clymer, PA 15728

Private

Enrollment

41

Student-Teacher

5.3:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#506 of 873

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Calvary Baptist Academy

6.3/10

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

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About Calvary Baptist Academy

Calvary Baptist Academy is a private school in Clymer, PA. Calvary Baptist Academy serves approximately 41 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 5.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Calvary Baptist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #506 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it comparesOn par with PA schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • PA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 41 students, Calvary Baptist Academy 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 5.3:1 students to teachers, Calvary Baptist Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Calvary Baptist Academy 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

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How Calvary Baptist Academy compares to the 2 public schools in Clymer, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.3:1
This School
vs
12:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
41
This School
vs
349
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.3
This School
vs
7.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Calvary Baptist Academy Clymer Public Avg

All Schools in Clymer

School Rating
Calvary Baptist Academy (this school) 6.3
Penns Manor Area JSHS 7.8
Penns Manor Area El Sch 6.9

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)
A 9.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.7 / 10
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School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,224
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 2.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 0%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.6 / 10
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Enrollment 41
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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 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

11394 ROUTE 286 HWY E, Clymer, PA 15728

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Calvary Baptist Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. East Pike El Sch (rated 8.5/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Indiana), which scores notably higher. Another option is W.A. McCreery El Sch (rated 8.0/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Marion Center), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Penns Manor Area JSHS (rated 7.8/10, 4.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Clymer, see our Clymer schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.3 mi
School Distance Rating
INDIANA WESLEYAN SCHOOL Clymer 1.8 mi
Penns Manor Area JSHS Clymer 4.6 mi 7.8
Penns Manor Area El Sch Clymer 4.7 mi 6.9
Purchase Line JSHS Commodore 4.5 mi 4.8
Purchase Line El Sch Commodore 4.7 mi 7.8
Marion Center Area JR/SR HS Marion Center 6.1 mi 6.5
W.A. McCreery El Sch Marion Center 6.1 mi 8.0
ROCKY RIDGE AMISH SCHOOL Clymer 5.7 mi
Rayne El Sch Home 6.0 mi 7.8
HILLSDALE MENNONITE SCHOOL Cherry Tree 6.8 mi
AMBROSE AMISH PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Marion Center 7.3 mi
Indiana County Technology Center Indiana 7.9 mi
NICKTOWN PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Northern Cambria 9.7 mi
East Pike El Sch Indiana 9.0 mi 8.5
WALNUT HOLLOW AMISH SCHOOL Marion Center 9.3 mi
ST BERNARD REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Indiana 9.0 mi 7.0
ROSE VALLEY SCHOOL Marion Center 9.7 mi
CANOE RIDGE AMISH SCHOOL Rossiter 11.2 mi
PINE RIDGE AMISH SCHOOL Marion Center 10.7 mi
WEST CREEK SCHOOL Smicksburg 11.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 15728 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,628

Median Home Value

$112,100

Median Rent

$836/mo

Population

3,468

College Educated

18.7%

Homeownership

70.6%

Avg Commute

26.3 min

Poverty Rate

11.1%

Median Age

41

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Calvary Baptist Academy

What grades does Calvary Baptist Academy serve?

Calvary Baptist Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Calvary Baptist Academy?

Calvary Baptist Academy has an enrollment of approximately 41 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Calvary Baptist Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Calvary Baptist Academy is 5.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Calvary Baptist Academy rank in PA?

Calvary Baptist Academy ranks #506 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Calvary Baptist Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Calvary Baptist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Calvary Baptist Academy a private school?

Yes, Calvary Baptist Academy is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Calvary Baptist Academy a religious school?

Calvary Baptist Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
1 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
41
Gender Split
66% M / 34% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Baptist
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Indiana County

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