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#686 of 873 private schools in PA
Laurel Springs School
School
1615 W CHESTER PIKE, West Chester, PA 19382
Enrollment
4,325
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
4,325
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#686 of 873
In West Chester
#8 of 8
public schools
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Laurel Springs School
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About Laurel Springs School
Laurel Springs School is a private school in West Chester, PA. Laurel Springs School serves approximately 4,325 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Laurel Springs School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #686 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Laurel Springs School is a large school: 4,325 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Laurel Springs 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 Laurel Springs School compares to 19 public schools serving similar grades in West Chester, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Laurel Springs School (this school) | 5.5 |
| Penn Wood El Sch | 7.1 |
| East Goshen El Sch | 8.9 |
| Pennsylvania Leadership CS | 5.9 |
| Glen Acres El Sch | 7.9 |
| West Chester East HS | 8.6 |
| West Chester Bayard Rustin HS | 8.3 |
| J R Fugett MS | 6.4 |
| Westtown-Thornbury El Sch | 7.3 |
| 21st Century Cyber CS | 4.2 |
| Fern Hill El Sch | 8.0 |
| West Chester Henderson HS | 8.5 |
| Sarah W Starkweather El Sch | 7.3 |
| Stetson MS | 6.0 |
| Greystone El Sch | 8.9 |
| Hillsdale El Sch | 7.4 |
| E N Peirce MS | 5.8 |
| East Bradford El Sch | 8.2 |
| Mary C Howse El Sch | 8.1 |
| Pocopson El Sch | 9.0 |
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.
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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
1615 W CHESTER PIKE, West Chester, PA 19382
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Laurel Springs School may also want to explore other schools in the area. WESTTOWN SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pennsylvania Leadership CS (rated 5.9/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in West Chester, see our West Chester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SS SIMON & JUDE SCHOOL West Chester | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Penn Wood El Sch West Chester | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| WESTTOWN SCHOOL West Chester | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| THE CONCEPT SCHOOL West Chester | 2.4 mi | — |
| East Goshen El Sch West Chester | 2.3 mi | 8.9 |
| DEVEREUX MAPLETON SCHOOL Malvern | 3.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Pennsylvania Leadership CS West Chester | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
| West Chester Bayard Rustin HS West Chester | 2.8 mi | 8.3 |
| CHRIST MEMORIAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Malvern | 3.2 mi | — |
| THE MALVERN SCHOOL Glen Mills | 3.2 mi | — |
| Glen Acres El Sch West Chester | 2.6 mi | 7.9 |
| West Chester East HS West Chester | 2.7 mi | 8.6 |
| J R Fugett MS West Chester | 2.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Westtown-Thornbury El Sch West Chester | 3.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Sugartown El Sch Malvern | 3.6 mi | 6.1 |
| THE PHELPS SCHOOL Malvern | 3.9 mi | 8.6 |
| MALVERN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Malvern | 4.2 mi | 5.7 |
| 21st Century Cyber CS West Chester | 3.4 mi | 4.2 |
| SS PETER AND PAUL SCHOOL West Chester | 3.9 mi | 6.5 |
| General Wayne El Sch Malvern | 4.6 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19382 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$126,159
Median Home Value
$542,400
Median Rent
$1,788/mo
Population
53,035
College Educated
64.4%
Homeownership
71.6%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
40.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Collegium CS Exton, PA | 5.4 |
| Philadelphia Performing Arts CS Philadelphia, PA | 5.7 |
| Pennsylvania Leadership CS West Chester, PA | 5.9 |
| Pennsylvania Virtual CS King Of Prussia, PA | 4.6 |
| Insight PA Cyber CS Exton, PA | 4.3 |
| Agora Cyber CS King Of Prussia, PA | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Laurel Springs School
What grades does Laurel Springs School serve?
Laurel Springs School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Laurel Springs School?
Laurel Springs School has an enrollment of approximately 4,325 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Laurel Springs School?
The student-teacher ratio at Laurel Springs School is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Laurel Springs School rank in PA?
Laurel Springs School ranks #686 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Laurel Springs School's MySchoolScout rating?
Laurel Springs School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Laurel Springs School a private school?
Yes, Laurel Springs 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 Laurel Springs School a religious school?
No, Laurel Springs School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 4,325
- Gender Split
- 35% M / 65% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 234
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Chester County
- Phone
- (484) 947-2016
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