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Misty Meadow School

Middle School

103 FARMDALE RD, Christiana, PA 17509

Private

Enrollment

23

Student-Teacher

23:1

Grades

1st – 8th

Updated 2021-22

About Misty Meadow School

Misty Meadow School is a Amish private middle school in Christiana, PA 17509. The school serves approximately 23 students in grades 1st – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 23:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $77,188, where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a distant rural setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 23 students, Misty Meadow School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

The student-teacher ratio at Misty Meadow School is 23:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

As a private school, Misty Meadow School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Misty Meadow School compares to the 1 public school in Christiana, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
This School
vs
11.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
23
This School
vs
200
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Misty Meadow School Christiana Public Avg

All Schools in Christiana

School Rating
Misty Meadow School (this school)
Bart-Colerain El Sch 6.2

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
1st – 8th
Enrollment
23 students
Type
Private · Amish
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
Address
103 FARMDALE RD, Christiana, PA 17509
Phone
(717) 529-3587
Data Year
SY 2021-22
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Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

103 FARMDALE RD, Christiana, PA 17509

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Misty Meadow School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Penn's Grove School (rated 7.9/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Oxford). Another option is WEST FALLOWFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Atglen). Additionally, Swift MS (rated 5.5/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Quarryville). For more schools in Christiana, see our Christiana schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Bart-Colerain El Sch Christiana 1.1 mi 6.2
COUNTRY VIEW SCHOOL Kirkwood 1.5 mi
HILL ROAD SCHOOL Kirkwood 2.3 mi
SPROUL ROAD SCHOOL Kirkwood 2.5 mi 2.8
MT PLEASANT VIEW AMISH SCHOOL Quarryville 3.9 mi
VALLEY ROAD AMISH SCHOOL Christiana 4.2 mi 2.7
Smith MS Quarryville 4.2 mi 4.6
Solanco HS Quarryville 4.2 mi 4.0
Quarryville El Sch Quarryville 4.7 mi 7.9
LINVILLE HILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Paradise 7.0 mi 7.2
Swift MS Quarryville 6.2 mi 5.5
Clermont El Sch Quarryville 6.3 mi 7.2
FAITH MENNONITE HIGH SCHOOL Kinzers 7.5 mi 7.1
BELMONT SPECIAL EDUCATION SCHOOL Paradise 7.8 mi
OLD PATHS BAPTIST ACADEMY Parkesburg 7.8 mi
FAIRHAVEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gap 8.4 mi 5.2
BETHANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Oxford 8.6 mi 5.9
WEST FALLOWFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Atglen 7.4 mi 5.8
Jordan Bank School Oxford 8.3 mi 6.7
Penn's Grove School Oxford 8.4 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 17509 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,188

Median Home Value

$293,300

Median Rent

$1,074/mo

Population

5,028

College Educated

14.7%

Homeownership

66.4%

Avg Commute

26.2 min

Poverty Rate

11.5%

Median Age

28.1

Community Profile

The community surrounding Misty Meadow School has a median household income of $77,188. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $293,300, with a median rent of $1,074/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.5%. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Misty Meadow School

What grades does Misty Meadow School serve?

Misty Meadow School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.

How many students attend Misty Meadow School?

Misty Meadow School has an enrollment of approximately 23 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Misty Meadow School?

The student-teacher ratio at Misty Meadow School is 23:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

Is Misty Meadow School a private school?

Yes, Misty Meadow School is a private coeducational school with a Amish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Misty Meadow School a religious school?

Misty Meadow School has a Amish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
Low (182/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Christiana). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
23
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
Teachers (FTE)
1
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Amish
School Day
7.8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
LANCASTER
Data Year
2022–2023

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