Very Good
#209 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 24% of private schools
Mahoning Valley Academy
School
2466 MAHONING DR E, Lehighton, PA 18235
Enrollment
58
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
58
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#209 of 873
In Lehighton
#1 of 3
public schools
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Mahoning Valley Academy
School in Lehighton · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mahoning Valley Academy
Mahoning Valley Academy is a private school in Lehighton, PA. Mahoning Valley Academy serves approximately 58 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 5.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mahoning Valley Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #209 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 58 students, Mahoning Valley 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 5.8:1 students to teachers, Mahoning Valley Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Mahoning Valley 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 Mahoning Valley Academy compares to the 4 public schools in Lehighton, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Lehighton
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mahoning Valley Academy (this school) | 7.4 |
| Lehighton Area HS | 7.2 |
| Lehighton Area Elementary Center | 7.3 |
| Lehighton Area MS | 4.9 |
| Towamensing El Sch | 8.5 |
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.
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
2466 MAHONING DR E, Lehighton, PA 18235
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mahoning Valley Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ASSOCIATES ISST (rated 6.8/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Weissport), with a comparable rating. Another option is PACKER RIDGE ACADEMY (rated 6.7/10, 3.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, WILLOW ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 2.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lehighton, see our Lehighton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lehighton Area HS Lehighton | 2.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Lehighton Area Elementary Center Lehighton | 2.5 mi | 7.3 |
| WILLOW ACADEMY Lehighton | 2.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Lehighton Area MS Lehighton | 2.8 mi | 4.9 |
| VALLEY RIDGE ACADEMY Lehighton | 3.1 mi | — |
| PACKER RIDGE ACADEMY Lehighton | 3.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Panther Valley El Sch Nesquehoning | 4.2 mi | 3.8 |
| BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ASSOCIATES ISST Weissport | 3.6 mi | 6.8 |
| L B Morris El Sch Jim Thorpe | 5.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Jim Thorpe Area HS Jim Thorpe | 5.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Carbon Career & Technical Institute Jim Thorpe | 5.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Panther Valley Intermediate Sch Lansford | 4.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Panther Valley JSHS Lansford | 4.7 mi | 3.9 |
| West Penn Twp El Sch New Ringgold | 7.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Weatherly Area El Sch Weatherly | 8.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Weatherly Area MS Weatherly | 8.9 mi | 3.1 |
| Weatherly Area HS Weatherly | 9.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Northwestern Lehigh MS New Tripoli | 9.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Northwestern Lehigh El Sch New Tripoli | 9.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Northwestern Lehigh HS New Tripoli | 9.5 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18235 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,626
Median Home Value
$218,000
Median Rent
$1,003/mo
Population
19,121
College Educated
19.4%
Homeownership
79.4%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
47.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF HANOVER Hanover, PA | 7.4 |
| PRESSLEY RIDGE DAY SCHOOL - PITTSBURGH Pittsburgh, PA | 7.4 |
| THE TIMOTHY SCHOOL Berwyn, PA | 7.4 |
| GRAHAM ACADEMY Kingston, PA | 7.5 |
| NEW DIRECTIONS Uniontown, PA | 7.5 |
| CREATIVE LEARNING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mercer, PA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mahoning Valley Academy
What grades does Mahoning Valley Academy serve?
Mahoning Valley Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Mahoning Valley Academy?
Mahoning Valley Academy has an enrollment of approximately 58 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mahoning Valley Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Mahoning Valley Academy is 5.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mahoning Valley Academy rank in PA?
Mahoning Valley Academy ranks #209 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Mahoning Valley Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Mahoning Valley Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mahoning Valley Academy a private school?
Yes, Mahoning Valley 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 Mahoning Valley Academy a religious school?
No, Mahoning Valley Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 58
- Gender Split
- 90% M / 10% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Carbon County
- Phone
- (610) 577-0049
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