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Merakey Education Center
School
311 LOTZ AVE, Altoona, PA 16602
Enrollment
22
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
22
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Merakey Education Center
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About Merakey Education Center
Merakey Education Center is a private school in Altoona, PA. Merakey Education Center serves approximately 22 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 7.3:1 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 22 students, Merakey Education 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 7.3:1 students to teachers, Merakey Education Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Merakey Education 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 Center compares to 12 public schools serving similar grades in Altoona, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Merakey Education Center (this school) | — |
| Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation CS | 4.7 |
| Baker El Sch | 7.1 |
| Pleasant Valley El Sch | 3.6 |
| Mowrie A Ebner El Sch | 4.6 |
| Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center | — |
| Penn-Lincoln El Sch | 6.1 |
| Altoona Area HS | 5.1 |
| Altoona Area Jr HS | 4.6 |
| Irving El Sch | 6.8 |
| Logan El Sch | 4.9 |
| Juniata El Sch | 3.7 |
| Juniata Gap El Sch | 5.6 |
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
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 22 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Address
- 311 LOTZ AVE, Altoona, PA 16602
- Phone
- (814) 944-3733
- 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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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
311 LOTZ AVE, Altoona, PA 16602
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Merakey Education Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. GREAT COMMISSION SCHOOLS (rated 7.0/10, 3.4 miles away). Another option is SOARING HEIGHTS SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 0.2 miles away). Additionally, Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation CS (rated 4.7/10, 1.0 miles away). For more schools in Altoona, see our Altoona schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SOARING HEIGHTS SCHOOL Altoona | 0.2 mi | 5.9 |
| SOARING HEIGHTS SCHOOL - MIFFLINTOWN Altoona | 0.3 mi | — |
| HARBOR HOUSE CENTER EARLY ACADEMICS Altoona | 1.2 mi | — |
| Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation CS Altoona | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Hollidaysburg Area SHS Hollidaysburg | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Charles W Longer El Sch Hollidaysburg | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Baker El Sch Altoona | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Hollidaysburg Area JHS Hollidaysburg | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Pleasant Valley El Sch Altoona | 2.0 mi | 3.6 |
| HOLY TRINITY MIDDLE SCHOOL CAMPUS Altoona | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| BISHOP GUILFOYLE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Altoona | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hollidaysburg | 2.3 mi | 4.9 |
| HOLY TRINITY ELEMENTARY HOLIDAYSBURG CAMPUS Hollidaysburg | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| PENN-MONT ACADEMY Hollidaysburg | 2.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center Altoona | 3.0 mi | — |
| Penn-Lincoln El Sch Altoona | 3.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Altoona Area HS Altoona | 3.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Altoona Area Jr HS Altoona | 3.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Mowrie A Ebner El Sch Altoona | 2.7 mi | 4.6 |
| GREAT COMMISSION SCHOOLS Altoona | 3.4 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16602 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,097
Median Home Value
$120,200
Median Rent
$842/mo
Population
27,014
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
67.6%
Avg Commute
18.9 min
Poverty Rate
18.3%
Median Age
41.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Merakey Education Center
What grades does Merakey Education Center serve?
Merakey Education Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Merakey Education Center?
Merakey Education Center has an enrollment of approximately 22 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Merakey Education Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Merakey Education Center is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Merakey Education Center a private school?
Yes, Merakey Education 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 Center a religious school?
No, Merakey Education Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 22
- Gender Split
- 82% M / 18% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Blair County
- Phone
- (814) 944-3733
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