Very Good
#115 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 13% of private schools
Harrisburg Christian School
School
2000 BLUE MOUNTAIN PKWY, Harrisburg, PA 17112
Enrollment
314
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
314
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#115 of 873
In Harrisburg
#1 of 16
public schools
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About Harrisburg Christian School
Harrisburg Christian School is a private school in Harrisburg, PA. Harrisburg Christian School serves approximately 314 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Harrisburg Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #115 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Harrisburg Christian 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
BetaHow Harrisburg Christian School compares to 40 public schools serving similar grades in Harrisburg, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Harrisburg Christian School (this school) | 7.8 |
| Linglestown MS | 4.9 |
| Linglestown El Sch | 7.3 |
| Mountain View El Sch | 6.9 |
| Central Dauphin SHS | 7.2 |
| Paxtonia El Sch | 6.9 |
| North Side El Sch | 5.8 |
| Thomas W Holtzman Jr El Sch | 2.8 |
| Central Dauphin MS | 5.3 |
| Susquehanna Twp HS | 5.1 |
| Infinity CS | 7.3 |
| Sara Lindemuth El Sch | 3.9 |
| Phillips El Sch | 4.5 |
| Dauphin County Technical School | 7.1 |
| West Hanover El Sch | 7.1 |
| Central Dauphin East MS | 4.8 |
| Central Dauphin East SHS | 5.5 |
| South Side El Sch | 4.2 |
| Susquehanna Twp MS | 2.3 |
| Reach Cyber CS | 5.4 |
| Commonwealth Charter Academy CS | 4.3 |
Showing 20 of 40 schools. View all schools in Harrisburg
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
2000 BLUE MOUNTAIN PKWY, Harrisburg, PA 17112
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harrisburg Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Linglestown El Sch (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Infinity CS (rated 7.3/10, 4.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Central Dauphin SHS (rated 7.2/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Harrisburg, see our Harrisburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Linglestown MS Harrisburg | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Linglestown El Sch Harrisburg | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Mountain View El Sch Harrisburg | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| EAST SHORE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Harrisburg | 2.5 mi | — |
| FOLLOW ME CHRISTIAN EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Harrisburg | 2.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Paxtonia El Sch Harrisburg | 2.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Central Dauphin SHS Harrisburg | 2.4 mi | 7.2 |
| North Side El Sch Harrisburg | 3.2 mi | 5.8 |
| GODDARD SCHOOL Harrisburg | 2.9 mi | — |
| NEW STORY SCHOOL Harrisburg | 3.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Central Dauphin MS Harrisburg | 4.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Infinity CS Harrisburg | 4.2 mi | 7.3 |
| LITTLE LEARNERS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Harrisburg | 3.4 mi | — |
| Phillips El Sch Harrisburg | 4.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Susquehanna Twp HS Harrisburg | 4.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Dauphin County Technical School Harrisburg | 4.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Sara Lindemuth El Sch Harrisburg | 4.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Central Dauphin East MS Harrisburg | 4.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Central Dauphin East SHS Harrisburg | 4.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Thomas W Holtzman Jr El Sch Harrisburg | 3.8 mi | 2.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17112 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,784
Median Home Value
$290,400
Median Rent
$1,400/mo
Population
38,970
College Educated
43.6%
Homeownership
83.8%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
44.5
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| DAVIDSON SCHOOL Elwyn, PA | 7.8 |
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| WOODS SERVICES Langhorne, PA | 7.7 |
| DELAWARE VALLEY FRIENDS SCHOOL Paoli, PA | 7.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harrisburg Christian School
What grades does Harrisburg Christian School serve?
Harrisburg Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Harrisburg Christian School?
Harrisburg Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 314 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harrisburg Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Harrisburg Christian School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Harrisburg Christian School rank in PA?
Harrisburg Christian School ranks #115 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Harrisburg Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Harrisburg Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Harrisburg Christian School a private school?
Yes, Harrisburg Christian School 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 Harrisburg Christian School a religious school?
Harrisburg Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 314
- Gender Split
- 59% M / 41% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dauphin County
- Phone
- (717) 545-3728
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