Very Good
#170 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 19% of private schools
Lancaster Country Day School
School
725 HAMILTON RD, Lancaster, PA 17603
Enrollment
520
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
520
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#170 of 873
In Lancaster
#4 of 10
public schools
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Lancaster Country Day School
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About Lancaster Country Day School
Lancaster Country Day School is a private school in Lancaster, PA. Lancaster Country Day School serves approximately 520 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lancaster Country Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #170 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 7.7:1 students to teachers, Lancaster Country Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Lancaster Country Day 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 Lancaster Country Day School compares to 37 public schools serving similar grades in Lancaster, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lancaster Country Day School (this school) | 7.5 |
| Wharton El Sch | 8.3 |
| Reynolds MS | 6.0 |
| Ross El Sch | 7.3 |
| Fulton El Sch | 5.7 |
| Brecht Sch | 7.3 |
| Wheatland MS | 5.3 |
| Smith-Wade-El El Sch | 6.4 |
| Carter and MacRae El Sch | 5.4 |
| Lafayette El Sch | 5.5 |
| La Academia Partnership CS | 4.2 |
| King El Sch | 5.4 |
| Price El Sch | 5.3 |
| Rohrerstown El Sch | 7.8 |
| McCaskey Campus | 7.2 |
| Wickersham El Sch | 5.8 |
| Schaeffer Sch | 7.7 |
| Phoenix Academy | 3.8 |
| Hamilton El Sch | 5.6 |
| Jackson MS | 4.5 |
| Bucher Sch | 7.7 |
Showing 20 of 37 schools. View all schools in Lancaster
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
725 HAMILTON RD, Lancaster, PA 17603
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lancaster Country Day School may also want to explore other schools in the area. RESURRECTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wharton El Sch (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Bucher Sch (rated 7.7/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lancaster, see our Lancaster schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wharton El Sch Lancaster | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| NEW SCHOOL MONTESSORI Lancaster | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Reynolds MS Lancaster | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Lancaster | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Wheatland MS Lancaster | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Ross El Sch Lancaster | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Smith-Wade-El El Sch Lancaster | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Fulton El Sch Lancaster | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Brecht Sch Lancaster | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Lafayette El Sch Lancaster | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Carter and MacRae El Sch Lancaster | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| WONDER ACADEMY Lancaster | 1.6 mi | — |
| Price El Sch Lancaster | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Hamilton El Sch Lancaster | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| LANCASTER CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Lancaster | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Bucher Sch Lancaster | 2.3 mi | 7.7 |
| King El Sch Lancaster | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| RIVER ROCK ACADEMY - LANCASTER Lancaster | 1.8 mi | — |
| La Academia Partnership CS Lancaster | 1.9 mi | 4.2 |
| RESURRECTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lancaster | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17603 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,156
Median Home Value
$244,500
Median Rent
$1,265/mo
Population
66,788
College Educated
36.7%
Homeownership
62.4%
Avg Commute
23.8 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Median Age
35.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| COVENTRY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS, INC. Pottstown, PA | 7.5 |
| THE AGNES IRWIN SCHOOL Bryn Mawr, PA | 7.5 |
| YESHIVA SCHOOLS OF PITTSBURGH Pittsburgh, PA | 7.4 |
| THE CITY SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA | 7.7 |
| DAVIDSON SCHOOL Elwyn, PA | 7.8 |
| DELAWARE COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Newtown Square, PA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lancaster Country Day School
What grades does Lancaster Country Day School serve?
Lancaster Country Day School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Lancaster Country Day School?
Lancaster Country Day School has an enrollment of approximately 520 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lancaster Country Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lancaster Country Day School is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Lancaster Country Day School rank in PA?
Lancaster Country Day School ranks #170 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Lancaster Country Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lancaster Country Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Lancaster Country Day School a private school?
Yes, Lancaster Country Day School 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 Lancaster Country Day School a religious school?
No, Lancaster Country Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 520
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 67
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lancaster County
- Phone
- (717) 392-2916
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