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Hill Road School
Middle School
36 HILL RD, Kirkwood, PA 17536
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
20:1
Grades
1st – 7th
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
20:1
Grades
1st – 7th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Hill Road School
Hill Road School is a Amish private middle school in Kirkwood, PA 17536. The school serves approximately 20 students in grades 1st – 7th with a student-teacher ratio of 20:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $69,500, where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 20 students, Hill Road School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
As a private school, Hill Road School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Located in a rural area, Hill Road School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
Schools in Kirkwood
No public schools found in Kirkwood for comparison. 2 other private schools in the area.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 1st – 7th
- Enrollment
- 20 students
- Type
- Private · Amish
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Address
- 36 HILL RD, Kirkwood, PA 17536
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in PA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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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
36 HILL RD, Kirkwood, PA 17536
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hill Road School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Penn's Grove School (rated 7.9/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Oxford). Another option is Hopewell El Sch (rated 7.1/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Oxford). Additionally, Swift MS (rated 5.5/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Quarryville). For more schools in Kirkwood, see our Kirkwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MISTY MEADOW SCHOOL Christiana | 2.3 mi | — |
| COUNTRY VIEW SCHOOL Kirkwood | 2.1 mi | — |
| Bart-Colerain El Sch Christiana | 3.4 mi | 6.2 |
| SPROUL ROAD SCHOOL Kirkwood | 3.0 mi | 2.8 |
| Solanco HS Quarryville | 4.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Swift MS Quarryville | 4.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Clermont El Sch Quarryville | 4.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Smith MS Quarryville | 5.1 mi | 4.6 |
| MT PLEASANT VIEW AMISH SCHOOL Quarryville | 6.0 mi | — |
| Quarryville El Sch Quarryville | 5.5 mi | 7.9 |
| VALLEY ROAD AMISH SCHOOL Christiana | 6.5 mi | 2.7 |
| BETHANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Oxford | 6.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Jordan Bank School Oxford | 7.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Penn's Grove School Oxford | 7.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Hopewell El Sch Oxford | 7.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Nottingham School Oxford | 7.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Elk Ridge School Oxford | 7.4 mi | 6.5 |
| LINVILLE HILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Paradise | 9.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Rising Sun Middle School Rising Sun | 9.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Oxford Area High School Oxford | 8.1 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17536 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,500
Median Home Value
$329,500
Median Rent
$1,321/mo
Population
3,680
College Educated
16.9%
Homeownership
89%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
17.2%
Median Age
37.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Hill Road School has a median household income of $69,500. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $329,500, with a median rent of $1,321/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.2%. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| 347 KUHNS RD Smicksburg, PA | — |
| ADELPHOI EDUCATION PARTIAL HOSPITALIZATION Latrobe, PA | — |
| ALEXANDER AMISH SCHOOL Tionesta, PA | — |
| BACK MOUNTAIN AMISH SCHOOL Milroy, PA | — |
| BALD HILL SCHOOL Millville, PA | — |
| BANNERVILLE SCHOOL Mc Clure, PA | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hill Road School
What grades does Hill Road School serve?
Hill Road School serves students in grades 1st through 7th.
How many students attend Hill Road School?
Hill Road School has an enrollment of approximately 20 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hill Road School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hill Road School is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Hill Road School a private school?
Yes, Hill Road School is a private coeducational school with a Amish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Hill Road School a religious school?
Hill Road School has a Amish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 7th
- Enrollment
- 20
- Gender Split
- 65% M / 35% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Amish
- School Day
- 5.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- LANCASTER
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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