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#373 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 43% of private schools
Milford E Barnes JR School
School
335 S FRANKLIN ST, Wilkes-barre, PA 18702
Enrollment
59
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
59
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#373 of 873
In Wilkes-barre
#4 of 6
public schools
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Milford E Barnes JR School
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About Milford E Barnes JR School
Milford E Barnes JR School is a private school in Wilkes-barre, PA. Milford E Barnes JR School serves approximately 59 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Milford E Barnes JR School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #373 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 59 students, Milford E Barnes JR 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.
At 8.4:1 students to teachers, Milford E Barnes JR School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Milford E Barnes JR 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.
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
335 S FRANKLIN ST, Wilkes-barre, PA 18702
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Milford E Barnes JR School may also want to explore other schools in the area. GRAHAM ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Kingston), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WYOMING SEMINARY UPPER SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Kingston), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Wilkes-barre, see our Wilkes-barre schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST NICHOLAS-ST MARY'S SCHOOL Wilkes-Barre | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| BAIS MENACHEM YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROG Wilkes-Barre | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| HOLY REDEEMER H.S. Wilkes-Barre | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Wolfpack Early Learning Academy Wilkes-Barre | 0.6 mi | — |
| WILKES-BARRE MENNONITE SCHOOL Wilkes-Barre | 0.8 mi | — |
| G A R MS Wilkes-Barre | 0.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Dr David W Kistler El Sch Wilkes-Barre | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Third Avenue El Sch Kingston | 1.2 mi | 2.7 |
| GRAHAM ACADEMY Kingston | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Heights/Murray El Sch Wilkes-Barre | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Wyoming Valley West MS Kingston | 1.4 mi | 3.0 |
| Chester Street El Sch Kingston | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| WYOMING SEMINARY UPPER SCHOOL Kingston | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| WYOMING VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kingston | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Lee Park El Sch Hanover Township | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| JENNY LYNN ELEMENTARY Kingston | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| WILKES-BARRE ACADEMY Wilkes-Barre | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| GENESIS SCHOOL Kingston | 2.0 mi | — |
| Dodson El Sch Wilkes-Barre | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| JENNY LYNN FERRARO ACADEMY Kingston | 2.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18702 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,892
Median Home Value
$115,700
Median Rent
$971/mo
Population
42,120
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
57.1%
Avg Commute
20.1 min
Poverty Rate
18.3%
Median Age
38.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Milford E Barnes JR School
What grades does Milford E Barnes JR School serve?
Milford E Barnes JR School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Milford E Barnes JR School?
Milford E Barnes JR School has an enrollment of approximately 59 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Milford E Barnes JR School?
The student-teacher ratio at Milford E Barnes JR School is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Milford E Barnes JR School rank in PA?
Milford E Barnes JR School ranks #373 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Milford E Barnes JR School's MySchoolScout rating?
Milford E Barnes JR School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Milford E Barnes JR School a private school?
Yes, Milford E Barnes JR School 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 Milford E Barnes JR School a religious school?
No, Milford E Barnes JR School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 59
- Gender Split
- 66% M / 34% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Luzerne County
- Phone
- (570) 825-6425
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