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#869 of 873 private schools in PA

Delaware Creek School

School

958 METZ RD, Mifflintown, PA 17059

Private

Enrollment

30

Student-Teacher

30:1

Score

1.9

Grades

1st – 9th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Pennsylvania private schools

#869 of 873

In Mifflintown

#3 of 3

public schools

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Delaware Creek School

1.9/10

School in Mifflintown · grades 1st – 9th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Delaware Creek School

Delaware Creek School is a private school in Mifflintown, PA. Delaware Creek School serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades 1st-9th, and has a 30:1 student-teacher ratio. Delaware Creek School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 1.9 out of 10 and ranks #869 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it compares4.4 pts below PA schools
  • This school 1.9 · Needs Improvement
  • PA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 30 students, Delaware Creek 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.

Delaware Creek School runs 30:1 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.

Delaware Creek 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

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How Delaware Creek School compares to the 3 public schools in Mifflintown, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
This School
vs
13.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
30
This School
vs
508
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
1.9
This School
vs
6.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Delaware Creek School Mifflintown Public Avg

All Schools in Mifflintown

School Rating
Delaware Creek School (this school) 1.9
Juniata El Sch 6.7
Juniata SHS 7.0
Tuscarora MS 4.6

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 30:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.2 / 10
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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)
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- 1.5 / 10
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Enrollment 30
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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

958 METZ RD, Mifflintown, PA 17059

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Delaware Creek School may also want to explore other schools in the area. JUNIATA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Mc Alisterville), which scores notably higher. Another option is WALKER MENNONITE SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 5.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KURTZ VALLEY SCHOOL (rated 3.4/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mifflintown, see our Mifflintown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.4 mi
School Distance Rating
EAST SALEM AMISH PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Mifflintown 1.3 mi
KURTZ VALLEY SCHOOL Mifflintown 2.8 mi 3.4
GOODWILL MENNONITE SCHOOL Thompsontown 2.7 mi
JUNIATA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mc Alisterville 4.1 mi 6.1
RIDGESIDE SCHOOL Mcalistersville 3.3 mi
RIDGESIDE SCHOOL Mc Alisterville 3.3 mi
SHADE MOUNTAIN SCHOOL Mc Alisterville 3.9 mi
CEDAR VIEW SCHOOL Mifflintown 3.7 mi
ROCKLAND SUNBEAMS AMISH SCHOOL Mifflintown 4.2 mi
East Juniata JSHS Mcalisterville 4.8 mi 5.0
BLACK ROCK SCHOOL Mifflintown 4.8 mi
BREEZY HOLLOW AMISH SCHOOL Mifflintown 4.5 mi
RED ROCK SCHOOL Mifflintown 4.4 mi
RED ROCK SCHOOL Mifflintown 4.4 mi
LAUREL RUN SCHOOL Mifflintown 4.4 mi
WALKER MENNONITE SCHOOL Mifflintown 5.8 mi 5.0
Greenwood MS Millerstown 5.9 mi 6.6
Greenwood HS Millerstown 5.9 mi 9.2
Greenwood El Sch Millerstown 5.9 mi 7.9
CEDAR SPRINGS PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Mifflintown 6.4 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 17059 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,237

Median Home Value

$216,500

Median Rent

$739/mo

Population

7,524

College Educated

17.4%

Homeownership

69.7%

Avg Commute

27.2 min

Poverty Rate

11.2%

Median Age

43.9

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

School Rating
GREEN LANE SCHOOL Belleville, PA 1.9
PINE WOODS SCHOOL Jersey Shore, PA 1.9
SHADY GROVE SCHOOL Allensville, PA 1.9
ALLISON GAP SCHOOL Belleville, PA 2.0
ELK CREEK SCHOOL Oxford, PA 2.1
MEADOW VIEW AMISH SCHOOL Belleville, PA 2.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Delaware Creek School

What grades does Delaware Creek School serve?

Delaware Creek School serves students in grades 1st through 9th.

How many students attend Delaware Creek School?

Delaware Creek School has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Delaware Creek School?

The student-teacher ratio at Delaware Creek School is 30:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Delaware Creek School rank in PA?

Delaware Creek School ranks #869 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Delaware Creek School's MySchoolScout rating?

Delaware Creek School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 1.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Delaware Creek School a private school?

Yes, Delaware Creek 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 Delaware Creek School a religious school?

Delaware Creek School has a Amish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
0 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 9th
Enrollment
30
Gender Split
43% M / 57% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
Teachers (FTE)
1
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Amish
School Day
5.8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Juniata County

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