Very Good
#102 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 12% of private schools
Chesterbrook Academy
Elementary School
51 MARIGOLD DR, Newtown, PA 18940
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
1.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
1.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#102 of 873
In Newtown
#2 of 4
public schools
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Chesterbrook Academy
Elementary School in Newtown · grades Pre-K – TK. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Chesterbrook Academy
Chesterbrook Academy is a private elementary school in Newtown, PA. Chesterbrook Academy serves approximately 32 students, and covers grades Pre-K-TK, and has a 1.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Chesterbrook Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #102 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 32 students, Chesterbrook 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 1.6:1 students to teachers, Chesterbrook Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Chesterbrook 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
BetaHow Chesterbrook Academy compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Newtown, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chesterbrook Academy (this school) | 7.9 |
| Newtown El Sch | 9.1 |
| Council Rock HS North | 9.0 |
| Goodnoe El Sch | 9.2 |
| Newtown MS | 7.6 |
| Sol Feinstone El Sch | 8.8 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
Data Unavailable
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
51 MARIGOLD DR, Newtown, PA 18940
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Chesterbrook Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wrightstown El Sch (rated 9.5/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Wrightstown), which scores notably higher. Another option is Goodnoe El Sch (rated 9.2/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Newtown El Sch (rated 9.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Newtown, see our Newtown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Newtown El Sch Newtown | 0.4 mi | 9.1 |
| ST ANDREW SCHOOL Newtown | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Council Rock HS North Newtown | 1.9 mi | 9.0 |
| A CHILDS WORLD Newtown | 1.9 mi | — |
| Newtown MS Newtown | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| SHIR AMI EARLY LEARNING CENTER Newtown | 2.3 mi | — |
| Sol Feinstone El Sch Newtown | 2.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Goodnoe El Sch Newtown | 2.1 mi | 9.2 |
| Wrightstown El Sch Wrightstown | 2.3 mi | 9.5 |
| MONTESSORI COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF NEWTOWN Newtown | 2.9 mi | — |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL Newtown | 3.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Council Rock HS South Holland | 3.4 mi | 8.5 |
| SPRINGTIME SCHOOL Newtown | 3.2 mi | — |
| NEWTOWN FRIENDS SCHOOL Newtown | 3.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Rolling Hills El Sch Holland | 3.7 mi | 7.3 |
| VILLA JOSEPH MARIE HIGH SCHOOL Holland | 4.0 mi | 6.6 |
| BRIGHT HORIZONS AT ST. MARY CHILD DEV.CENTER Langhorne | 4.2 mi | — |
| ST KATHARINE DREXEL SCHOOL Southampton | 4.4 mi | — |
| Hillcrest El Sch Holland | 4.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Holland MS Holland | 4.6 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18940 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$157,591
Median Home Value
$623,300
Median Rent
$2,227/mo
Population
29,797
College Educated
67.1%
Homeownership
86%
Avg Commute
32.6 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
45.4
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| NORTHSIDE CATHOLIC ASSUMPTION ACADEMY Pittsburgh, PA | 7.8 |
| A STEP UP ACADEMY Jenkintown, PA | 7.4 |
| ST LUCY DAY SCHOOL FOR CHLDRN W VISUAL IMPAIRMENT Philadelphia, PA | 7.4 |
| RABBI DAVID L SILVER YESHIVA ACADEMY Harrisburg, PA | 7.1 |
| BALA CYNWYD SCHOOL FOR YOUNG CHILDREN Bala Cynwyd, PA | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chesterbrook Academy
What grades does Chesterbrook Academy serve?
Chesterbrook Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through TK.
How many students attend Chesterbrook Academy?
Chesterbrook Academy has an enrollment of approximately 32 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Chesterbrook Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Chesterbrook Academy is 1.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Chesterbrook Academy rank in PA?
Chesterbrook Academy ranks #102 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Chesterbrook Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Chesterbrook Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Chesterbrook Academy a private school?
Yes, Chesterbrook Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Chesterbrook Academy a religious school?
No, Chesterbrook Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – TK
- Enrollment
- 32
- Gender Split
- 59% M / 41% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 1.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 10 hours
- Days Per Year
- 184 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bucks County
- Phone
- (215) 968-8735
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