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Grace Christian School of Armstrong County

School

215 ARTHUR ST, Kittanning, PA 16201

Private

Enrollment

90

Student-Teacher

9.1:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Pennsylvania private schools

#696 of 873

In Kittanning

#2 of 2

public schools

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Grace Christian School of Armstrong County

5.4/10

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

Adelphoi Education at Kittanning

5.8/10

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Armstrong Jshs

6.8/10

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About Grace Christian School of Armstrong County

Grace Christian School of Armstrong County is a private school in Kittanning, PA. Grace Christian School of Armstrong County serves approximately 90 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Grace Christian School of Armstrong County has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #696 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it compares0.9 pts below PA schools
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • PA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 90 students, Grace Christian School of Armstrong County 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 9.1:1 students to teachers, Grace Christian School of Armstrong County sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Grace Christian School of Armstrong County 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 Grace Christian School of Armstrong County compares to the 3 public schools in Kittanning, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.1:1
This School
vs
12.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
90
This School
vs
804
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.4
This School
vs
7.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 95.6% vs 0%
Black 2.2% vs 0%
Grace Christian School of Armstrong County Kittanning Public Avg

All Schools in Kittanning

School Rating
Grace Christian School of Armstrong County (this school) 5.4
Armstrong JSHS 6.8
West Hills Intermediate Sch 6.8
West Hills Primary Sch 8.3

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)
B+ 7.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 1.9 / 10
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School Day Length 5.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,015
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 9%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 6.3 / 10
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Enrollment 90
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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 95.6%
Black 2.2%
Two or More 2.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

215 ARTHUR ST, Kittanning, PA 16201

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Grace Christian School of Armstrong County may also want to explore other schools in the area. Leechburg Area HS (rated 8.9/10, 13.2 miles away, in nearby Leechburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is West Hills Primary Sch (rated 8.3/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sugarcreek El Sch (rated 8.2/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Cowansville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kittanning, see our Kittanning schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.8 mi
School Distance Rating
ADELPHOI EDUCATION AT KITTANNING Kittanning 0.5 mi 5.8
Armstrong JSHS Kittanning 1.4 mi 6.8
West Hills Intermediate Sch Kittanning 2.0 mi 6.8
West Hills Primary Sch Kittanning 2.2 mi 8.3
DIVINE REDEEMER SCHOOL Ford City 3.0 mi 6.7
DIVINE REDEEMER SCHOOL Ford City 3.0 mi 6.0
Lenape Technical School Ford City 3.0 mi 7.3
Lenape El Sch Ford City 3.3 mi 5.8
LUTHERAN CHURCH SCHOOLS Worthington 5.9 mi
Sugarcreek El Sch Cowansville 8.4 mi 8.2
South Buffalo El Sch Freeport 10.4 mi 8.1
MERAKEY EDUCATION CENTER Leechburg 13.1 mi
Leechburg Area HS Leechburg 13.2 mi 8.9
Leechburg Area MS Leechburg 13.2 mi 7.8
David Leech El Sch Leechburg 13.2 mi 7.3
Shannock Valley El Sch Rural Valley 11.1 mi 7.4
Apollo-Ridge HS Spring Church 14.5 mi 7.1
Apollo-Ridge MS Spring Church 14.5 mi 5.3
Apollo-Ridge El Sch Spring Church 14.6 mi 6.7
Kiski Area East Primary Sch Vandergrift 14.8 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 16201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,949

Median Home Value

$166,600

Median Rent

$821/mo

Population

16,734

College Educated

22.2%

Homeownership

74.5%

Avg Commute

27.7 min

Poverty Rate

12.2%

Median Age

47.5

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MT CARMEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mount Pleasant, PA 5.4
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Grace Christian School of Armstrong County

What grades does Grace Christian School of Armstrong County serve?

Grace Christian School of Armstrong County serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Grace Christian School of Armstrong County?

Grace Christian School of Armstrong County has an enrollment of approximately 90 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Grace Christian School of Armstrong County?

The student-teacher ratio at Grace Christian School of Armstrong County is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Grace Christian School of Armstrong County rank in PA?

Grace Christian School of Armstrong County ranks #696 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Grace Christian School of Armstrong County's MySchoolScout rating?

Grace Christian School of Armstrong County has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Grace Christian School of Armstrong County a private school?

Yes, Grace Christian School of Armstrong County is a private coeducational school with a Brethren affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Grace Christian School of Armstrong County a religious school?

Grace Christian School of Armstrong County has a Brethren religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
37 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
90
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Brethren
School Day
5.8 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Distant Town
County
Armstrong County

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