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Cherrytown School
Middle School
1203 CHERRY TOWN RD, Dornsife, PA 17823
Enrollment
26
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
26
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Cherrytown School
Cherrytown School is a Amish private middle school in Dornsife, PA 17823. The school serves approximately 26 students in grades 1st – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 13.7:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $73,984, where 17% 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 26 students, Cherrytown 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.
As a private school, Cherrytown 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.
Located in a rural area, Cherrytown School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 26 students
- Type
- Private · Amish
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Address
- 1203 CHERRY TOWN RD, Dornsife, PA 17823
- Phone
- (570) 758-1543
- 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
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1203 CHERRY TOWN RD, Dornsife, PA 17823
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cherrytown School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Selinsgrove Area MS (rated 5.8/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Selinsgrove). Another option is CHAPMAN PAROCHIAL SCHOOL-JOHN WAYNEGOOD-CHAIRMAN O (rated 5.1/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Port Trevorton). Additionally, Line Mountain MS (rated 3.9/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Herndon). For more schools in Dornsife, see our Dornsife schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SCHWABEN CREEK SCHOOL Herndon | 2.9 mi | — |
| Line Mountain El Sch Trevorton | 5.2 mi | 3.8 |
| MAHANTANGO MOUNTAIN SCHOOL Lykens | 6.8 mi | 2.9 |
| Line Mountain HS Herndon | 6.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Line Mountain MS Herndon | 6.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Oaklyn Sch Sunbury | 8.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Shikellamy HS Sunbury | 8.3 mi | 3.2 |
| Selinsgrove Area HS Selinsgrove | 7.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Selinsgrove Area El Sch Selinsgrove | 7.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Selinsgrove Intrmd Sch Selinsgrove | 7.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Selinsgrove Area MS Selinsgrove | 7.6 mi | 5.8 |
| NEW STORY Selinsgrove | 7.8 mi | 6.7 |
| VICTORY BAPTIST ACADEMY Selinsgrove | 8.6 mi | — |
| Chief Shikellamy Sch Sunbury | 9.5 mi | 7.2 |
| MEADOW VIEW PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Port Trevorton | 7.3 mi | — |
| SOUTH MOUNTAIN VIEW SCHOOL Spring Glen | 9.4 mi | — |
| SHADY GROVE PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Port Trevorton | 7.6 mi | — |
| KANTZ MENNONITE PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Selinsgrove | 7.8 mi | — |
| CHAPMAN PAROCHIAL SCHOOL-JOHN WAYNEGOOD-CHAIRMAN O Port Trevorton | 8.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Mahantongo El Sch Klingerstown | 8.8 mi | 3.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17823 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,984
Median Home Value
$213,800
Median Rent
$1,000/mo
Population
1,316
College Educated
16.6%
Homeownership
83.9%
Avg Commute
27.8 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Median Age
44.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Cherrytown School has a median household income of $73,984. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $213,800, with a median rent of $1,000/month. The local poverty rate of 6.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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|---|---|
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| ADELPHOI EDUCATION PARTIAL HOSPITALIZATION Latrobe, PA | — |
| BACK MOUNTAIN AMISH SCHOOL Milroy, PA | — |
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| BARRVILLE AMISH SCHOOL Reedsville, PA | — |
| BEAR LANE SCHOOL Punxsutawney, PA | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cherrytown School
What grades does Cherrytown School serve?
Cherrytown School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Cherrytown School?
Cherrytown School has an enrollment of approximately 26 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cherrytown School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cherrytown School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Cherrytown School a private school?
Yes, Cherrytown 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 Cherrytown School a religious school?
Cherrytown School has a Amish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 26
- Gender Split
- 62% M / 38% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Amish
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- NORTHUMBERLAND
- Phone
- (570) 758-1543
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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