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#391 of 873 private schools in PA

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Harrisburg Adventist School

Elementary School

424 N PROGRESS AVE, Harrisburg, PA 17109

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Pennsylvania private schools

#391 of 873

In Harrisburg

#11 of 16

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About Harrisburg Adventist School

Harrisburg Adventist School is a private elementary school in Harrisburg, PA. Harrisburg Adventist School serves approximately 48 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Harrisburg Adventist School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #391 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it compares0.3 pts above PA schools

6.7

This school 6.7 · Average
PA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 48 students, Harrisburg Adventist 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.

Harrisburg Adventist 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.

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How Harrisburg Adventist School compares to 33 public schools serving similar grades in Harrisburg, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

This School

16.6:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

1,365

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.7

This School

4.8

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 33.3% vs 0%

Hispanic 22.9% vs 0%

Black 18.8% vs 0%

Asian 10.4% vs 0%

Harrisburg Adventist School Harrisburg Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Harrisburg Adventist School (this school)	—	48	12:1	6.7
Sara Lindemuth El Sch	0.4 mi	789	16.8:1	3.9
Susquehanna Twp MS	1.2 mi	744	17.3:1	2.3
North Side El Sch	1.7 mi	705	16.4:1	5.8
Central Dauphin MS	1.8 mi	855	14.5:1	5.3
Marshall Academy	1.9 mi	73	3.2:1	4.7
Marshall Math Science Academy	1.9 mi	380	76:1	2.7
Premier Arts and Science CS	2.0 mi	163	12.5:1	4.6
Commonwealth Charter Academy CS	2.0 mi	23,589	16.5:1	4.3
Cougar Academy	2.1 mi	322	15.3:1	6.2
Downey Sch	2.2 mi	406	12.3:1	4.1
Phillips El Sch	2.2 mi	414	14.3:1	4.5
South Side El Sch	2.4 mi	676	16.1:1	4.2
Melrose Sch	2.4 mi	605	17.3:1	4.6
Reach Cyber CS	2.4 mi	6,146	12:1	5.4
Scott Sch	2.4 mi	489	16.9:1	4.4
Rowland Academy	2.4 mi	577	19.2:1	3.7
Paxtang El Sch	2.5 mi	280	16.5:1	4.6
Infinity CS	2.5 mi	256	13.5:1	7.3
Thomas W Holtzman Jr El Sch	2.7 mi	801	19.1:1	2.8
Camp Curtin Academy	2.7 mi	470	13.1:1	4.5

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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

B- 5.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 12:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 7.7 / 10

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School Day Length 6.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,224

Diversity & Inclusion

A+ 10.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 77%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C+ 4.1 / 10

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Enrollment 48

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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 33.3%

Hispanic 22.9%

Black 18.8%

Two or More 12.5%

Asian 10.4%

Pacific Islander 2.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

424 N PROGRESS AVE, Harrisburg, PA 17109

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harrisburg Adventist School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HARRISBURG CATHOLIC ELEMENTRY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST MARGARET MARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, North Side El Sch (rated 5.8/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Harrisburg, see our Harrisburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Sara Lindemuth El Sch Harrisburg	0.4 mi	789	3.9
Susquehanna Twp HS Harrisburg	0.4 mi	774	5.1
ST MARGARET MARY SCHOOL Harrisburg	0.9 mi	212	6.9
COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Harrisburg	0.8 mi	243	6.4
NEW STORY SCHOOL Harrisburg	1.2 mi	43	7.0
Susquehanna Twp MS Harrisburg	1.2 mi	744	2.3
HILDEBRANDT LEARNING CENTER Harrisburg	1.0 mi	9	—
HANSEL & GRETEL EARLY LEARNING CENTER Harrisburg	1.5 mi	15	—
Harrisburg HS Harrisburg	1.7 mi	1,333	3.6
MERAKEY EDUCATION & AUTISM CENTER Harrisburg	1.5 mi	9	—
Marshall Academy Harrisburg	1.9 mi	73	4.7
Marshall Math Science Academy Harrisburg	1.9 mi	380	2.7
HARRISBURG CATHOLIC ELEMENTRY SCHOOL Harrisburg	2.1 mi	194	7.5
North Side El Sch Harrisburg	1.7 mi	705	5.8
Premier Arts and Science CS Harrisburg	2.0 mi	163	4.6
Cougar Academy Harrisburg	2.1 mi	322	6.2
Melrose Sch Harrisburg	2.4 mi	605	4.6
Central Dauphin MS Harrisburg	1.8 mi	855	5.3
Scott Sch Harrisburg	2.4 mi	489	4.4
Rowland Academy Harrisburg	2.4 mi	577	3.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 17109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,618

Median Home Value

$203,200

Median Rent

$1,234/mo

Population

27,422

College Educated

29.3%

Homeownership

52.8%

Avg Commute

20.6 min

Poverty Rate

10.1%

Median Age

35.3

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
BEULAH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA	65	6.7
FREDERICK DOUGLASS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chester, PA	53	6.7
GROWING CONCERN SCHOOL Tannersville, PA	39	6.7
NEW CITY SCHOOL DBA LOGOS HARRISBURG Harrisburg, PA	47	6.7
Nittany Valley CS State College, PA	47	6.7
QUBA INSTITUTE OF ARABIC AND ISLAMIC STUDIES Philadelphia, PA	59	6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harrisburg Adventist School

What grades does Harrisburg Adventist School serve?

Harrisburg Adventist School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Harrisburg Adventist School?

Harrisburg Adventist School has an enrollment of approximately 48 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harrisburg Adventist School?

The student-teacher ratio at Harrisburg Adventist School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Harrisburg Adventist School rank in PA?

Harrisburg Adventist School ranks #391 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Harrisburg Adventist School's MySchoolScout rating?

Harrisburg Adventist School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Harrisburg Adventist School a private school?

Yes, Harrisburg Adventist School is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Harrisburg Adventist School a religious school?

Harrisburg Adventist School has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 45 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 38 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 48
Gender Split: 54% M / 46% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
Teachers (FTE): 4
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Seventh-day Adventist
School Day: 6.8 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Dauphin County
Phone: (717) 545-7300

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