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#832 of 873 private schools in PA

Crops Corners Amish School

Middle School

604 MCCLEARY RD, Knox, PA 16232

Private

Enrollment

33

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

2.9

Grades

1st – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Pennsylvania private schools

#832 of 873

In Knox

#2 of 3

public schools

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Crops Corners Amish School

2.9/10

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

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3.5/10

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About Crops Corners Amish School

Crops Corners Amish School is a private middle school in Knox, PA. Crops Corners Amish School serves approximately 33 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Crops Corners Amish School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #832 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it compares2.5 pts below PA schools
  • This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
  • PA avg 5.4

What Parents Should Know

At 33 students, Crops Corners Amish 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.

Crops Corners Amish 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.

Crops Corners Amish 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Crops Corners Amish School compares to the 2 public schools in Knox, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
This School
vs
12.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
33
This School
vs
418
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
2.9
This School
vs
6.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Crops Corners Amish School Knox Public Avg

All Schools in Knox

School Rating
Crops Corners Amish School (this school) 2.9
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 3.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 16.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.3 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,080
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 2.5 / 10
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Enrollment 33
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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 Crops Corners Amish School 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 notably higher. Another option is COUNTY CORNER (rated 3.5/10), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, RUSTLING MAPLES (rated 2.9/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Emlenton), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Knox, see our Knox schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.3 mi
School Distance Rating
COUNTY CORNER Knox 0.0 mi 3.5
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
COUNTY LINE AMISH PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Winfield, PA 2.9
HICKORY HOLLOW SCHOOL Salisbury, PA 2.9
LAKE VIEW SCHOOL: DAVID BRUBAKER Port Trevorton, PA 2.9
LEISURE ACRE SCHOOL Allenwood, PA 2.9
RUSTLING MAPLES Emlenton, PA 2.9
CHERRY GROVE PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Ephrata, PA 3.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Crops Corners Amish School

What grades does Crops Corners Amish School serve?

Crops Corners Amish School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.

How many students attend Crops Corners Amish School?

Crops Corners Amish School has an enrollment of approximately 33 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Crops Corners Amish School?

The student-teacher ratio at Crops Corners Amish School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Crops Corners Amish School rank in PA?

Crops Corners Amish School ranks #832 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Crops Corners Amish School's MySchoolScout rating?

Crops Corners Amish School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Crops Corners Amish School a private school?

Yes, Crops Corners Amish 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 Crops Corners Amish School a religious school?

Crops Corners Amish School 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
33
Gender Split
70% M / 30% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
2
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Amish
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Clarion County

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