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Merakey Education & Autism Center
High School
840 SIR THOMAS CT, Harrisburg, PA 17109
Enrollment
9
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
9
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
8th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Merakey Education & Autism Center
High School in Harrisburg · grades 8th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Merakey Education & Autism Center
Merakey Education & Autism Center is a private high school in Harrisburg, PA. Merakey Education & Autism Center serves approximately 9 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 9:1 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 9 students, Merakey Education & Autism Center 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 9:1 students to teachers, Merakey Education & Autism Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Merakey Education & Autism Center 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 Merakey Education & Autism Center compares to 19 public schools serving similar grades in Harrisburg, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Merakey Education & Autism Center (this school) | — |
| Susquehanna Twp MS | 2.3 |
| Reach Cyber CS | 5.4 |
| Central Dauphin MS | 5.3 |
| Central Dauphin East SHS | 5.5 |
| Central Dauphin East MS | 4.8 |
| Infinity CS | 7.3 |
| Harrisburg HS | 3.6 |
| Marshall Academy | 4.7 |
| Marshall Math Science Academy | 2.7 |
| Susquehanna Twp HS | 5.1 |
| Dauphin County Technical School | 7.1 |
| Rowland Academy | 3.7 |
| Cougar Academy | 6.2 |
| Commonwealth Charter Academy CS | 4.3 |
| Harrisburg HS - SciTech Cmp | 7.6 |
| Capital Area School for the Arts CS | 7.8 |
| Camp Curtin Academy | 4.5 |
| Linglestown MS | 4.9 |
| Central Dauphin SHS | 7.2 |
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
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 9 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Address
- 840 SIR THOMAS CT, Harrisburg, PA 17109
- Phone
- (717) 657-0149
- 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
840 SIR THOMAS CT, Harrisburg, PA 17109
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Merakey Education & Autism Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Central Dauphin East SHS (rated 5.5/10, 1.1 miles away). Another option is Susquehanna Twp HS (rated 5.1/10, 1.7 miles away). Additionally, Harrisburg HS (rated 3.6/10, 1.5 miles away). For more schools in Harrisburg, see our Harrisburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Susquehanna Twp MS Harrisburg | 0.7 mi | 2.3 |
| Reach Cyber CS Harrisburg | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| South Side El Sch Harrisburg | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Central Dauphin MS Harrisburg | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| THE CIRCLE SCHOOL Harrisburg | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Phillips El Sch Harrisburg | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Central Dauphin East SHS Harrisburg | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Paxtang El Sch Harrisburg | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| ST CATHERINE LABOURE SCHOOL Harrisburg | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| North Side El Sch Harrisburg | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Lawnton El Sch Harrisburg | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| ST MARGARET MARY SCHOOL Harrisburg | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Infinity CS Harrisburg | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Central Dauphin East MS Harrisburg | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| HARRISBURG ADVENTIST SCHOOL Harrisburg | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Susquehanna Twp HS Harrisburg | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| HARRISBURG CATHOLIC ELEMENTRY SCHOOL Harrisburg | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Harrisburg HS Harrisburg | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Marshall Academy Harrisburg | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Marshall Math Science Academy Harrisburg | 1.6 mi | 2.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,618
Median Home Value
$203,200
Median Rent
$1,234/mo
Population
27,422
College Educated
29.3%
Homeownership
52.8%
Avg Commute
20.6 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
35.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Merakey Education & Autism Center
What grades does Merakey Education & Autism Center serve?
Merakey Education & Autism Center serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend Merakey Education & Autism Center?
Merakey Education & Autism Center has an enrollment of approximately 9 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Merakey Education & Autism Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Merakey Education & Autism Center is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Merakey Education & Autism Center a private school?
Yes, Merakey Education & Autism Center 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 Merakey Education & Autism Center a religious school?
No, Merakey Education & Autism Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 9
- Gender Split
- 89% M / 11% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dauphin County
- Phone
- (717) 657-0149
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