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#872 of 873 private schools in PA

Calvary Early Learning Center

Elementary School

4725 OLD WILLIAM PENN HWY, Murrysville, PA 15668

Private

Enrollment

31

Student-Teacher

31:1

Score

1.9

Grades

Pre-K – Kindergarten

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#872 of 873

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Calvary Early Learning Center

1.9/10

Elementary School in Murrysville · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.2/10

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8.6/10

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About Calvary Early Learning Center

Calvary Early Learning Center is a private elementary school in Murrysville, PA. Calvary Early Learning Center serves approximately 31 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 31:1 student-teacher ratio. Calvary Early Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 1.9 out of 10 and ranks #872 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it compares4.5 pts below PA schools
  • This school 1.9 · Needs Improvement
  • PA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 31 students, Calvary Early Learning Center 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.

Calvary Early Learning Center runs 31:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Calvary Early Learning Center 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 Early Learning Center compares to the 4 public schools in Murrysville, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
31:1
This School
vs
14.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
31
This School
vs
832
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
1.9
This School
vs
8.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Calvary Early Learning Center Murrysville Public Avg

All Schools in Murrysville

School Rating
Calvary Early Learning Center (this school) 1.9
Franklin Regional MS 7.2
Franklin Regional SHS 8.6
Franklin Regional Primary Sch 8.2
Franklin Regional Intermediate Sch 8.1

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)
C- 1.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 31:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
D 1.3 / 10
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School Day Length 5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 900
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- 2.0 / 10
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Enrollment 31
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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

4725 OLD WILLIAM PENN HWY, Murrysville, PA 15668

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Calvary Early Learning Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sunrise El Sch (rated 8.8/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Irwin), which scores notably higher. Another option is University Park El Sch (rated 8.8/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Monroeville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, McCullough El Sch (rated 8.3/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Jeannette), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Murrysville, see our Murrysville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Franklin Regional MS Murrysville 0.2 mi 7.2
Franklin Regional SHS Murrysville 0.3 mi 8.6
Franklin Regional Primary Sch Murrysville 2.0 mi 8.2
Franklin Regional Intermediate Sch Murrysville 2.1 mi 8.1
Level Green El Sch Trafford 3.2 mi 7.9
Sunrise El Sch Irwin 4.2 mi 8.8
Plum MS Pittsburgh 4.0 mi 3.5
Holiday Park Intermediate Sch Pittsburgh 4.1 mi 6.8
University Park El Sch Monroeville 3.7 mi 8.8
McCullough El Sch Jeannette 4.6 mi 8.3
Penn MS Jeannette 4.6 mi 7.3
Penn Trafford HS Harrison City 5.0 mi 7.6
Harrison Park El Sch Jeannette 5.2 mi 8.0
Spectrum CS Monroeville 4.2 mi 3.6
LEARNING TREE Monroeville 4.3 mi
Ramsey El Sch Monroeville 4.4 mi 7.7
Forbes Road Career and Technology Center Monroeville 4.6 mi 5.8
Gateway SHS Monroeville 4.6 mi 8.0
KINDERCARE Monroeville 4.9 mi
Sheridan Terrace El Sch North Huntingdon 6.3 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 15668 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$121,743

Median Home Value

$315,000

Median Rent

$1,303/mo

Population

14,477

College Educated

54.3%

Homeownership

94%

Avg Commute

29.8 min

Poverty Rate

3.1%

Median Age

50.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Calvary Early Learning Center

What grades does Calvary Early Learning Center serve?

Calvary Early Learning Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.

How many students attend Calvary Early Learning Center?

Calvary Early Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 31 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Calvary Early Learning Center?

The student-teacher ratio at Calvary Early Learning Center is 31:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Calvary Early Learning Center rank in PA?

Calvary Early Learning Center ranks #872 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Calvary Early Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?

Calvary Early Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 1.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Calvary Early Learning Center a private school?

Yes, Calvary Early Learning Center is a private coeducational school with a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod 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 Early Learning Center a religious school?

Calvary Early Learning Center has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
54 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
31
Gender Split
3% M / 97% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
31:1
Teachers (FTE)
1
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day
5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Westmoreland County

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