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#744 of 873 private schools in PA
Clarks Run School
Middle School
100 CLARKS RUN RD, Blain, PA 17006
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
5.0
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
5.0
Grades
1st – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#744 of 873
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Clarks Run School
Middle School in Blain · grades 1st – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Clarks Run School
Clarks Run School is a private middle school in Blain, PA. Clarks Run School serves approximately 42 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Clarks Run School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #744 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 5.0 · Average
- PA avg 5.4
What Parents Should Know
At 42 students, Clarks Run 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.
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Clarks Run School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Clarks Run 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Clarks Run School compares to the 1 public school in Blain, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Blain
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Clarks Run School (this school) | 5.0 |
| Blain El Sch | 8.4 |
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.
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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
100 CLARKS RUN RD, Blain, PA 17006
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Clarks Run School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Oak Flat El Sch (rated 8.5/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby Newville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Blain El Sch (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mount Rock Elem Sch (rated 8.3/10, 13.3 miles away, in nearby Newville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Blain, see our Blain schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Blain El Sch Blain | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| MANASSA SCHOOL Blain | 2.2 mi | — |
| STONY POINT SCHOOL Loysville | 3.5 mi | — |
| FARM LANE SCHOOL Ickesburg | 7.3 mi | — |
| RIVER ROCK ACADEMY NEWVILLE CAMPUS Newville | 8.5 mi | 6.7 |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Loysville | 7.4 mi | 5.4 |
| HICKORY LANE SCHOOL Newburg | 9.4 mi | — |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW SCHOOL Newburg | 10.3 mi | — |
| MEADOW RUN SCHOOL Newburg | 11.9 mi | — |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Ickesburg | 10.7 mi | — |
| Loysville Youth Dev Ctr Loysville | 10.0 mi | 5.3 |
| GREEN SPRING MENNONITE SCHOOL Newville | 13.0 mi | — |
| Newville El Sch Newville | 12.6 mi | 7.2 |
| SUNSET PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Newburg | 14.4 mi | — |
| Big Spring MS Newville | 13.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Mount Rock Elem Sch Newville | 13.3 mi | 8.3 |
| TUNNEL RUN SCHOOL Newburg | 14.2 mi | — |
| Big Spring HS Newville | 13.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Oak Flat El Sch Newville | 14.1 mi | 8.5 |
| MOWERSVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Newburg | 15.4 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17006 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,875
Median Home Value
$168,000
Median Rent
$993/mo
Population
1,096
College Educated
12.7%
Homeownership
74.6%
Avg Commute
30.5 min
Poverty Rate
14.7%
Median Age
29.8
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| SWEET WATER AMISH SCHOOL Honey Brook, PA | 4.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Clarks Run School
What grades does Clarks Run School serve?
Clarks Run School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Clarks Run School?
Clarks Run School has an enrollment of approximately 42 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Clarks Run School?
The student-teacher ratio at Clarks Run School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Clarks Run School rank in PA?
Clarks Run School ranks #744 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Clarks Run School's MySchoolScout rating?
Clarks Run School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Clarks Run School a private school?
Yes, Clarks Run School is a private coeducational school with a Mennonite affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Clarks Run School a religious school?
Clarks Run School has a Mennonite religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 42
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Mennonite
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Perry County
- Phone
- (717) 789-4125
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