Needs Improvement
#792 of 873 private schools in PA
Golden Rule
School
285 GOLDEN RULE DR, New Enterprise, PA 16664
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
21:1
Score
3.8
Grades
1st – 9th
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
21:1
Score
3.8
Grades
1st – 9th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#792 of 873
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Golden Rule
School in New Enterprise · grades 1st – 9th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Golden Rule
Golden Rule is a private school in New Enterprise, PA. Golden Rule serves approximately 42 students, and covers grades 1st-9th, and has a 21:1 student-teacher ratio. Golden Rule has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #792 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 42 students, Golden Rule 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.
Golden Rule runs 21:1 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.
Golden Rule 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.
Schools in New Enterprise
No public schools found in New Enterprise for comparison. 1 other private school in the area.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
285 GOLDEN RULE DR, New Enterprise, PA 16664
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Golden Rule may also want to explore other schools in the area. FOUNDATIONS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Everett), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHRISTIAN LIGHT SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Bedford), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Enterprise, see our New Enterprise schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Bedford Co El Sch Loysburg | 2.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Northern Bedford County MS Loysburg | 2.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Northern Bedford County HS Loysburg | 2.9 mi | 7.2 |
| LONE OAK MENNONITE SCHOOL New Enterprise | 3.6 mi | — |
| SUNNY SLOPE SCHOOL Woodbury | 4.4 mi | — |
| WOODBURY MENNONITE SCHOOL Woodbury | 5.5 mi | — |
| CHRISTIAN LIGHT SCHOOL Bedford | 6.3 mi | 5.7 |
| FOUNDATIONS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Everett | 8.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Bedford County Technical Center Everett | 9.0 mi | — |
| NOAHS ARK KINDERGARTEN New Paris | 7.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Claysburg-Kimmel Sr HS Claysburg | 9.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Claysburg-Kimmel Jr HS Claysburg | 9.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Bedford El Sch Bedford | 9.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Claysburg-Kimmel El Sch Claysburg | 10.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Everett Area HS Everett | 10.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Everett Area MS Everett | 10.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Bedford SHS Bedford | 10.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Bedford MS Bedford | 10.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Chestnut Ridge SHS New Paris | 8.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Chestnut Ridge Central El Sch New Paris | 8.4 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16664 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,905
Median Home Value
$170,500
Median Rent
$838/mo
Population
2,205
College Educated
14.1%
Homeownership
89%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Median Age
33.7
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| GROFFDALE SCHOOL New Holland, PA | 3.7 |
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| KURTZ VALLEY SCHOOL Mifflintown, PA | 3.4 |
| Pittsburgh Pioneer Pittsburgh, PA | 4.2 |
| MIDDLE RUN PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Shippensburg, PA | 3.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Golden Rule
What grades does Golden Rule serve?
Golden Rule serves students in grades 1st through 9th.
How many students attend Golden Rule?
Golden Rule has an enrollment of approximately 42 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Golden Rule?
The student-teacher ratio at Golden Rule is 21:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Golden Rule rank in PA?
Golden Rule ranks #792 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Golden Rule's MySchoolScout rating?
Golden Rule has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Golden Rule a private school?
Yes, Golden Rule is a private coeducational school with a Mennonite affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Golden Rule a religious school?
Golden Rule has a Mennonite religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 9th
- Enrollment
- 42
- Gender Split
- 36% M / 64% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Mennonite
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Bedford County
- Phone
- (814) 766-0008
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