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#807 of 873 private schools in PA

County Corner

Middle School

604 MCCLEARY RD, Knox, PA 16232

Private

Enrollment

32

Student-Teacher

32:1

Score

3.5

Grades

1st – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Pennsylvania private schools

#807 of 873

In Knox

#1 of 3

public schools

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County Corner

3.5/10

Middle School in Knox · grades 1st – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Crops Corners Amish School

2.9/10

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About County Corner

County Corner is a private middle school in Knox, PA. County Corner serves approximately 32 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 32:1 student-teacher ratio. County Corner has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #807 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it compares1.9 pts below PA schools
  • This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
  • PA avg 5.4

What Parents Should Know

At 32 students, County Corner 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.

County Corner runs 32:1 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.

County Corner 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 County Corner compares to the 2 public schools in Knox, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
32:1
This School
vs
12.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
32
This School
vs
418
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
3.5
This School
vs
6.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
County Corner Knox Public Avg

All Schools in Knox

School Rating
County Corner (this school) 3.5
Keystone El Sch 8.7
Keystone JSHS 4.9

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 32:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,440
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- 2.3 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 32
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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

604 MCCLEARY RD, Knox, PA 16232

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering County Corner may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SHADY NOOK AMISH SCHOOL (rated 4.0/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Sligo), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CROPS CORNERS AMISH SCHOOL (rated 2.9/10), with a comparable rating. Additionally, RUSTLING MAPLES (rated 2.9/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Emlenton), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Knox, see our Knox schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.3 mi
School Distance Rating
CROPS CORNERS AMISH SCHOOL Knox 0.0 mi 2.9
MEADOW VIEW AMISH SCHOOL Knox 2.2 mi
BEAR RUN SCHOOL Knox 3.5 mi 2.6
Keystone El Sch Knox 3.9 mi 8.7
Keystone JSHS Knox 4.1 mi 4.9
RUSTLING MAPLES Emlenton 6.1 mi 2.9
Allegheny-Clarion Valley Elem Foxburg 6.4 mi 6.8
Allegheny-Clarion Valley HS Foxburg 6.5 mi 6.3
SHADY NOOK AMISH SCHOOL Sligo 6.9 mi 4.0
FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Seneca 10.0 mi
Sligo El Sch Sligo 9.8 mi 8.9
CLARION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Shippenville 8.8 mi
Cranberry El Sch Seneca 11.2 mi 6.2
Cranberry Area JSHS Seneca 11.2 mi 5.4
Clarion County Career Center Shippenville 9.6 mi
MEALY AMISH SCHOOL Venus 11.7 mi 2.7
CHRISTIAN LIFE ACADEMY Seneca 13.5 mi 6.8
Venango Technology Center Oil City 14.6 mi
MCCAULEY SCHOOL Fryburg 13.1 mi
Union HS Rimersburg 14.3 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 16232 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,583

Median Home Value

$129,900

Median Rent

$751/mo

Population

4,091

College Educated

20.9%

Homeownership

76.8%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

11.6%

Median Age

43.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
OAK GROVE PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Shippensburg, PA 3.5
BELLAIRE RIDGE SCHOOL Hershey, PA 3.4
COAFFROATH SCHOOL Coatesville, PA 3.4
LONE MAPLE AMISH SCHOOL Punxsutawney, PA 3.4
SUNNYBURN SCHOOL Airville, PA 3.6
MEDIA AMISH PAROCHIAL SCHOOL C/O ANDY KING Oxford, PA 3.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about County Corner

What grades does County Corner serve?

County Corner serves students in grades 1st through 8th.

How many students attend County Corner?

County Corner has an enrollment of approximately 32 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at County Corner?

The student-teacher ratio at County Corner is 32:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does County Corner rank in PA?

County Corner ranks #807 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is County Corner's MySchoolScout rating?

County Corner has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is County Corner a private school?

Yes, County Corner 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 County Corner a religious school?

County Corner has a Amish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
32
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
32:1
Teachers (FTE)
1
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Amish
School Day
8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Clarion County

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