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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
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Cherrytown School
Middle School in Dornsife · grades 1st – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cherrytown School
Cherrytown School is a private middle school in Dornsife, PA. Cherrytown School serves approximately 26 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 26 students, Cherrytown 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.
Cherrytown 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.
Cherrytown 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.
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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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 6.1/10, 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 4.5/10, 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 | 4.6 |
| MAHANTANGO MOUNTAIN SCHOOL Lykens | 6.8 mi | 2.9 |
| Line Mountain HS Herndon | 6.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Line Mountain MS Herndon | 6.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Oaklyn Sch Sunbury | 8.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Shikellamy HS Sunbury | 8.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Selinsgrove Area HS Selinsgrove | 7.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Selinsgrove Area El Sch Selinsgrove | 7.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Selinsgrove Intrmd Sch Selinsgrove | 7.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Selinsgrove Area MS Selinsgrove | 7.6 mi | 6.1 |
| NEW STORY Selinsgrove | 7.8 mi | 6.7 |
| VICTORY BAPTIST ACADEMY Selinsgrove | 8.6 mi | — |
| Chief Shikellamy Sch Sunbury | 9.5 mi | 5.4 |
| 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 | 3.5 |
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
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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 County
- Phone
- (570) 758-1543
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