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Cray Education Center

High School

111 E MAITLAND LN, New Castle, PA 10615

Private

Enrollment

31

Student-Teacher

5.5:1

Score

6.2

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Pennsylvania private schools

#532 of 873

In New Castle

#2 of 2

public schools

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Cray Education Center

6.2/10

High School in New Castle · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Cray Education Center

Cray Education Center is a private high school in New Castle, PA. Cray Education Center serves approximately 31 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 5.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Cray Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #532 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it compares0.4 pts below PA schools
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • PA avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 31 students, Cray Education Center 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 5.5:1 students to teachers, Cray Education Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Cray Education Center 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 Cray Education Center compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in New Castle, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.5:1
This School
vs
14.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
31
This School
vs
433
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.2
This School
vs
6.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 71% vs 0%
Black 29% vs 0%
Cray Education Center New Castle Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Cray Education Center (this school) 6.2
Neshannock JSHS 6.0
Neshannock Memorial El Sch 6.7
New Castle SHS 5.1
New Castle JHS 3.1
Union Area HS 8.6
Union Area MS 6.4
Lawrence County Career and Technical Center 8.0
Laurel El Sch 8.0
Laurel HS 7.9
Laurel MS 6.5
Shenango El Sch 7.1
Shenango HS 7.0
Mohawk SHS 7.7
Mohawk JHS 6.8

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)
A 9.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.2 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 5.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,044
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 41%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.0 / 10
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Enrollment 31
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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 71.0%
Black 29.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

111 E MAITLAND LN, New Castle, PA 10615

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cray Education Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Union Area HS (rated 8.6/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wilmington Area HS (rated 8.6/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby New Wilmington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lawrence County Career and Technical Center (rated 8.0/10, 4.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Castle, see our New Castle schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.0 mi
School Distance Rating
CRAY CHALLENGES ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL (AEDY) New Castle 0.0 mi
NEW CASTLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY New Castle 1.5 mi 6.3
Washington Intrmd Sch New Castle 1.6 mi 3.0
Neshannock JSHS New Castle 1.9 mi 6.0
Neshannock Memorial El Sch New Castle 1.9 mi 6.7
New Castle SHS New Castle 2.4 mi 5.1
New Castle JHS New Castle 2.4 mi 3.1
Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center New Castle 2.9 mi 5.7
Union Memorial El Sch New Castle 3.1 mi 7.8
Union Area HS New Castle 3.3 mi 8.6
Union Area MS New Castle 3.3 mi 6.4
Lawrence County Career and Technical Center New Castle 4.5 mi 8.0
FAYETTE SCHOOL Volant 4.9 mi
Shenango El Sch New Castle 5.1 mi 7.1
Shenango HS New Castle 5.4 mi 7.0
Wilmington Area MS New Wilmington 5.9 mi 3.7
Wilmington Area HS New Wilmington 5.9 mi 8.6
Wilmington Area El Sch New Wilmington 6.0 mi 6.0
Laurel HS New Castle 5.0 mi 7.9
Laurel MS New Castle 5.0 mi 6.5

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
NEW HOPE ACADEMY Doylestown, PA 6.2
Wilkes-Barre Area Career & Technical Center Wilkes-Barre, PA 6.2
KEYSTONE FREEDOM ACADEMY Warminster, PA 6.4
THE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL Pittsburgh, PA 6.0
Delaware County Technical High School - Aston Aston, PA 5.9
LAKESIDE GIRLS ACADEMY North Wales, PA 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cray Education Center

What grades does Cray Education Center serve?

Cray Education Center serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Cray Education Center?

Cray Education Center has an enrollment of approximately 31 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cray Education Center?

The student-teacher ratio at Cray Education Center is 5.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Cray Education Center rank in PA?

Cray Education Center ranks #532 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Cray Education Center's MySchoolScout rating?

Cray Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Cray Education Center a private school?

Yes, Cray Education Center 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 Cray Education Center a religious school?

No, Cray Education Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
31
Gender Split
84% M / 16% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
5.8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Lawrence County

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