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Little Nittany School
Middle School
5445 JACKSONVILLE RD, Howard, PA 16841
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
20:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
20:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Little Nittany School
Middle School in Howard · grades 1st – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Little Nittany School
Little Nittany School is a private middle school in Howard, PA. Little Nittany School serves approximately 20 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 20 students, Little Nittany School 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.
Little Nittany 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.
Little Nittany School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
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BetaHow Little Nittany School compares to the 1 public school in Howard, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Howard
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Little Nittany School (this school) | — |
| Howard El Sch | 9.7 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 20 students
- Type
- Private · Amish
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Address
- 5445 JACKSONVILLE RD, Howard, PA 16841
- 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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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
5445 JACKSONVILLE RD, Howard, PA 16841
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Little Nittany School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Howard El Sch (rated 9.7/10, 3.3 miles away). Another option is Mill Hall El Sch (rated 7.7/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Mill Hall). Additionally, Marion-Walker El Sch (rated 7.6/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Bellefonte). For more schools in Howard, see our Howard schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SUNNY MEADOW PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Howard | 2.1 mi | — |
| SANDY RIDGE SCHOOL Mill Hall | 2.2 mi | — |
| SUNSET VIEW SCHOOL Howard | 3.0 mi | — |
| Liberty-Curtin El Sch Blanchard | 3.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Marion-Walker El Sch Bellefonte | 3.9 mi | 7.6 |
| HUBLER RIDGE SCHOOL Bellefonte | 4.0 mi | — |
| Howard El Sch Howard | 3.3 mi | 9.7 |
| FISHING CREEK PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Mill Hall | 5.6 mi | — |
| LOCUST GROVE AMISH SCHOOL Beech Creek | 6.7 mi | — |
| PEACH LANE AMISH SCHOOL Spring Mills | 7.4 mi | — |
| Central Mountain HS Mill Hall | 8.2 mi | 6.3 |
| MACKEYVILLE SCHOOL Mackeyville | 7.2 mi | — |
| Mill Hall El Sch Mill Hall | 8.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Central Mountain MS Mill Hall | 8.2 mi | 5.3 |
| WEST BRANCH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mill Hall | 8.6 mi | 5.2 |
| SPRING BANK SCHOOL Rebersburg | 8.6 mi | — |
| Penns Valley Area JSHS Spring Mills | 10.0 mi | 6.7 |
| ROCKVILLE SCHOOL Rebersburg | 8.5 mi | — |
| Penns Valley Area El and Intrmd Sch Spring Mills | 10.2 mi | 7.4 |
| BALD EAGLE WILDERNESS BOYS CAMP SCHOOL Mill Hall | 10.5 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16841 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,965
Median Home Value
$207,100
Median Rent
$987/mo
Population
6,346
College Educated
17.3%
Homeownership
84.1%
Avg Commute
32.2 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
40.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Little Nittany School
What grades does Little Nittany School serve?
Little Nittany School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Little Nittany School?
Little Nittany School has an enrollment of approximately 20 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Little Nittany School?
The student-teacher ratio at Little Nittany 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 Little Nittany School a private school?
Yes, Little Nittany 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 Little Nittany School a religious school?
Little Nittany School has a Amish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 20
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Amish
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Centre County
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