Very Good
#253 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 29% of private schools
Moravian Academy Middle School
Middle School
11 W MARKET ST, Bethlehem, PA 18018
Enrollment
138
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
138
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#253 of 873
In Bethlehem
#5 of 8
public schools
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About Moravian Academy Middle School
Moravian Academy Middle School is a private middle school in Bethlehem, PA. Moravian Academy Middle School serves approximately 138 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Moravian Academy Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #253 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- PA avg 5.4
What Parents Should Know
At 138 students, Moravian Academy Middle 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 7.3:1 students to teachers, Moravian Academy Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Moravian Academy Middle 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Moravian Academy Middle School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Bethlehem, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Moravian Academy Middle School (this school) | 7.2 |
| Broughal MS | 3.9 |
| Lehigh Valley Dual Language CS | 4.4 |
| Nitschmann MS | 4.6 |
| Northeast MS | 3.9 |
| Lehigh Valley Academy Regional CS | 6.5 |
| East Hills MS | 4.3 |
| Southern Lehigh Intermediate Sch | 8.1 |
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
11 W MARKET ST, Bethlehem, PA 18018
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Moravian Academy Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Nitschmann MS (rated 4.6/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Broughal MS (rated 3.9/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Northeast MS (rated 3.9/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bethlehem, see our Bethlehem schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| William Penn El Sch Bethlehem | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| A CHILD'S CHOICE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bethlehem | 0.5 mi | — |
| Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts Bethlehem | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Thomas Jefferson El Sch Bethlehem | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Liberty HS Bethlehem | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Broughal MS Bethlehem | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| HOLY INFANCY SCHOOL Bethlehem | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Lehigh Valley Dual Language CS Bethlehem | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Calypso El Sch Bethlehem | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| ST ANNE SCHOOL Bethlehem | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Northeast MS Bethlehem | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Nitschmann MS Bethlehem | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Donegan El Sch Bethlehem | 1.2 mi | 3.1 |
| ST NICHOLAS GREEK ORTHODOX ACADEMY Bethlehem | 1.4 mi | — |
| ST NICHOLAS GREEK ORTHODOX ACADEMY Bethlehem | 1.4 mi | — |
| Fountain Hill El Sch Bethlehem | 1.8 mi | 3.8 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF THE LEHIGH VALLEY Bethlehem | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| James Buchanan El Sch Bethlehem | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Spring Garden El Sch Bethlehem | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Lincoln El Sch Bethlehem | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18018 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,968
Median Home Value
$224,000
Median Rent
$1,261/mo
Population
32,253
College Educated
37.1%
Homeownership
54.2%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
15.9%
Median Age
39.5
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|---|---|
| ST JAMES SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA | 7.2 |
| BENCHMARK SCHOOL Media, PA | 7.6 |
| Benton Area MS Benton, PA | 7.6 |
| Oakview El Sch West Middlesex, PA | 7.6 |
| Meyersdale Area MS Meyersdale, PA | 6.8 |
| HOLY TRINITY MIDDLE SCHOOL CAMPUS Altoona, PA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Moravian Academy Middle School
What grades does Moravian Academy Middle School serve?
Moravian Academy Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Moravian Academy Middle School?
Moravian Academy Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 138 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Moravian Academy Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Moravian Academy Middle School is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Moravian Academy Middle School rank in PA?
Moravian Academy Middle School ranks #253 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Moravian Academy Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Moravian Academy Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Moravian Academy Middle School a private school?
Yes, Moravian Academy Middle School is a private coeducational school with a Brethren affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Moravian Academy Middle School a religious school?
Moravian Academy Middle School has a Brethren religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 138
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Brethren
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Northampton County
- Phone
- (610) 866-6677
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