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Foundations Christian Academy

School

377 UPPER SNAKE SPRING RD, Everett, PA 15537

Private

Enrollment

87

Student-Teacher

8.1:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#496 of 873

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Foundations Christian Academy

6.3/10

School in Everett · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Foundations Christian Academy

Foundations Christian Academy is a private school in Everett, PA. Foundations Christian Academy serves approximately 87 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Foundations Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #496 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it comparesOn par with PA schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • PA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 87 students, Foundations Christian Academy 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 8.1:1 students to teachers, Foundations Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Foundations Christian Academy 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 Foundations Christian Academy compares to the 4 public schools in Everett, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.1:1
This School
vs
10:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
87
This School
vs
279
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.3
This School
vs
5.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 92% vs 0%
Asian 5.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.3% vs 0%
Foundations Christian Academy Everett Public Avg

All Schools in Everett

School Rating
Foundations Christian Academy (this school) 6.3
Bedford County Technical Center
Everett Area MS 4.0
Everett Area HS 7.3
Everett Area El Sch 5.5

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- 7.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.4 / 10
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School Day Length 6.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,116
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 5.4 / 10
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Diversity Index 15%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 6.2 / 10
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Enrollment 87
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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 92.0%
Asian 5.7%
Hispanic 2.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

377 UPPER SNAKE SPRING RD, Everett, PA 15537

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Foundations Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. CHRISTIAN LIGHT SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Bedford), with a comparable rating. Another option is FRIENDS COVE MENNONITE SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Bedford), with a comparable rating. Additionally, GOLDEN RULE (rated 3.8/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby New Enterprise), a more accessible option. For more schools in Everett, see our Everett schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Bedford County Technical Center Everett 0.7 mi
Everett Area MS Everett 3.6 mi 4.0
Bedford MS Bedford 3.7 mi 5.7
Everett Area HS Everett 3.7 mi 7.3
Bedford SHS Bedford 3.7 mi 7.9
Bedford El Sch Bedford 4.0 mi 5.6
Everett Area El Sch Everett 4.3 mi 5.5
CHRISTIAN LIGHT SCHOOL Bedford 7.1 mi 5.7
FRIENDS COVE MENNONITE SCHOOL Bedford 7.5 mi 5.7
GOLDEN RULE New Enterprise 8.4 mi 3.8
NOAHS ARK KINDERGARTEN New Paris 7.9 mi 4.4
Northern Bedford County MS Loysburg 10.5 mi 8.0
Northern Bedford County HS Loysburg 10.5 mi 7.2
Northern Bedford Co El Sch Loysburg 10.6 mi 6.7
LONE OAK MENNONITE SCHOOL New Enterprise 11.9 mi
SUNNY SLOPE SCHOOL Woodbury 12.6 mi
Chestnut Ridge MS Fishertown 10.8 mi 6.7
Chestnut Ridge Central El Sch New Paris 11.0 mi 6.7
Chestnut Ridge SHS New Paris 11.0 mi 7.5
Breezewood El Sch Breezewood 10.2 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 15537 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,300

Median Home Value

$171,000

Median Rent

$763/mo

Population

8,272

College Educated

15.2%

Homeownership

73.9%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

11.8%

Median Age

48.3

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
ADELPHOI EDUCATION AT ALBERT GALLATIN Uniontown, PA 6.3
FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Butler, PA 6.3
BETHEL DUNKARD BRETHREN CHURCH SCHOOL Bethel, PA 6.2
HUNTINGDON VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Huntingdon Valley, PA 6.2
SEEDS OF FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Creekside, PA 6.2
SHADY GROVE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mifflinburg, PA 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Foundations Christian Academy

What grades does Foundations Christian Academy serve?

Foundations Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Foundations Christian Academy?

Foundations Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 87 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Foundations Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Foundations Christian Academy is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Foundations Christian Academy rank in PA?

Foundations Christian Academy ranks #496 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Foundations Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Foundations Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Foundations Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Foundations Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Foundations Christian Academy a religious school?

Foundations Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
87
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
6.2 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Bedford County

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