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#122 of 873 private schools in PA

Top 14% of private schools

Hoffman Academy

School

815 ORPHANAGE RD, Littlestown, PA 17340

Private

Enrollment

62

Student-Teacher

6.9:1

Score

7.8

Grades

2nd – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#122 of 873

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Hoffman Academy

7.8/10

School in Littlestown · grades 2nd – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.7/10

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About Hoffman Academy

Hoffman Academy is a private school in Littlestown, PA. Hoffman Academy serves approximately 62 students, and covers grades 2nd-12th, and has a 6.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Hoffman Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #122 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it compares1.5 pts above PA schools
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • PA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 62 students, Hoffman Academy 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 6.9:1 students to teachers, Hoffman Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Hoffman Academy 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 Hoffman Academy compares to the 3 public schools in Littlestown, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.9:1
This School
vs
12.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
62
This School
vs
576
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.8
This School
vs
6.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 64.5% vs 0%
Black 16.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 9.7% vs 0%
Hoffman Academy Littlestown Public Avg

All Schools in Littlestown

School Rating
Hoffman Academy (this school) 7.8
Alloway Creek El Sch 7.1
Maple Avenue MS 4.0
Littlestown SHS 7.2

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)
A 8.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.7 / 10
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School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,224
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 54%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.9 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 62
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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 64.5%
Black 16.1%
Hispanic 9.7%
Two or More 9.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

815 ORPHANAGE RD, Littlestown, PA 17340

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hoffman Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. ADAMS COUNTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Gettysburg), with a very similar rating. Additionally, FREEDOM CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS (rated 6.1/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Gettysburg), a more accessible option. For more schools in Littlestown, see our Littlestown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Gettysburg Area MS Gettysburg 5.8 mi 5.7
Alloway Creek El Sch Littlestown 4.8 mi 7.1
Lincoln El Sch Gettysburg 5.9 mi 5.6
Maple Avenue MS Littlestown 4.9 mi 4.0
Littlestown SHS Littlestown 5.0 mi 7.2
Taneytown Elementary Taneytown 6.8 mi 7.8
Vida CS Gettysburg 6.6 mi 6.8
Northwest Middle Taneytown 6.9 mi 6.2
Adams County Technical Institute Gettysburg 7.3 mi
Gettysburg Area HS Gettysburg 7.4 mi 7.6
James Gettys El Sch Gettysburg 7.4 mi 6.7
ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Gettysburg 7.9 mi 7.4
FREEDOM CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Gettysburg 7.9 mi 6.1
GETTYSBURG SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH SCHOOL Gettysburg 8.5 mi
Gettysburg Montessori CS Gettysburg 9.0 mi 6.5
ADAMS COUNTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gettysburg 9.3 mi 7.7
Runnymede Elementary Westminster 9.3 mi 8.1
SILVER OAK ACADEMY Keymar 10.2 mi
MOTHER SETON SCHOOL Emmitsburg 8.3 mi 5.2
FOREST LANE MENNONITE SCHOOL Gettysburg 10.7 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 17340 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,858

Median Home Value

$276,700

Median Rent

$1,179/mo

Population

11,403

College Educated

19%

Homeownership

79.6%

Avg Commute

32.4 min

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Median Age

40.8

Similar Schools

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

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David B. Oliver Citywide Academy Pittsburgh, PA 7.8
HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF YORK York, PA 7.8
MERCY SPECIAL LEARNING CENTER Allentown, PA 7.8
ADAMS COUNTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gettysburg, PA 7.7
FAITH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fairless Hills, PA 7.7
KEYSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY - YORK York, PA 7.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hoffman Academy

What grades does Hoffman Academy serve?

Hoffman Academy serves students in grades 2nd through 12th.

How many students attend Hoffman Academy?

Hoffman Academy has an enrollment of approximately 62 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hoffman Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Hoffman Academy is 6.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Hoffman Academy rank in PA?

Hoffman Academy ranks #122 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Hoffman Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Hoffman Academy 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 Hoffman Academy a private school?

Yes, Hoffman Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Hoffman Academy a religious school?

No, Hoffman Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
2nd – 12th
Enrollment
62
Gender Split
24% M / 76% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Adams County

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