Very Good
#276 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 32% of private schools
Longmore Academy
School
521 ROUTE 228, Mars, PA 16046
Enrollment
48
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
3rd – 12th
Enrollment
48
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
3rd – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#276 of 873
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About Longmore Academy
Longmore Academy is a private school in Mars, PA. Longmore Academy serves approximately 48 students, and covers grades 3rd-12th, and has a 3.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Longmore Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #276 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 48 students, Longmore 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 3.5:1 students to teachers, Longmore Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Longmore 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
BetaHow Longmore Academy compares to the 5 public schools in Mars, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Mars
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Longmore Academy (this school) | 7.1 |
| Mars Area SHS | 8.2 |
| Mars Area MS | 5.1 |
| Mars Area El Sch | 7.5 |
| Mars Area Primary Ctr | 3.9 |
| Mars Area Centennial Sch | 6.5 |
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
521 ROUTE 228, Mars, PA 16046
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Longmore Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Pine-Richland HS (rated 9.2/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Gibsonia), which scores notably higher. Another option is Richland El Sch (rated 8.8/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Gibsonia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Eden Hall Upper El Sch (rated 8.6/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Gibsonia), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mars, see our Mars schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mars Area SHS Mars | 0.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Mars Area MS Mars | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Mars Area El Sch Mars | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Mars Area Primary Ctr Mars | 0.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Mars Area Centennial Sch Mars | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Eden Hall Upper El Sch Gibsonia | 2.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Richland El Sch Gibsonia | 2.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Pine-Richland HS Gibsonia | 3.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Pine-Richland MS Gibsonia | 3.1 mi | 7.3 |
| EURO ACADEMY Wexford | 3.5 mi | — |
| HOLY SEPULCHER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Butler | 3.9 mi | 6.6 |
| STEM STEPS Gibsonia | 4.5 mi | — |
| Hance El Sch Gibsonia | 4.8 mi | 8.0 |
| KINDER CARE LEARNING CENTER Seven Fields | 4.2 mi | 3.7 |
| NORTH CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Cranberry Township | 4.7 mi | 5.6 |
| NORTH PITTSBURGH CHILDRENS HOUSE Gibsonia | 6.2 mi | — |
| PENN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Butler | 6.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Poff El Sch Gibsonia | 6.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Wexford El Sch Wexford | 6.0 mi | 8.5 |
| HOPE ACADEMY Wexford | 5.8 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16046 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$143,987
Median Home Value
$481,400
Median Rent
$1,713/mo
Population
19,577
College Educated
67.5%
Homeownership
83.2%
Avg Commute
30.7 min
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Median Age
40.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Longmore Academy
What grades does Longmore Academy serve?
Longmore Academy serves students in grades 3rd through 12th.
How many students attend Longmore Academy?
Longmore Academy has an enrollment of approximately 48 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Longmore Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Longmore Academy is 3.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Longmore Academy rank in PA?
Longmore Academy ranks #276 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Longmore Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Longmore Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Longmore Academy a private school?
Yes, Longmore 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 Longmore Academy a religious school?
No, Longmore Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 3rd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 48
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 5.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Butler County
- Phone
- (724) 625-1140
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