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#723 of 873 private schools in PA
Mount Calvary Christian School
School
629 N HOLLY ST, Elizabethtown, PA 17022
Enrollment
529
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
529
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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Mount Calvary Christian School
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About Mount Calvary Christian School
Mount Calvary Christian School is a private school in Elizabethtown, PA. Mount Calvary Christian School serves approximately 529 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Calvary Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #723 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 5.2 · Average
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Mount Calvary Christian 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 Mount Calvary Christian School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Elizabethtown, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mount Calvary Christian School (this school) | 5.2 |
| Elizabethtown Area SHS | 6.8 |
| Elizabethtown Area MS | 5.7 |
| East High Street El Sch | 7.6 |
| Bear Creek School | 8.1 |
| Conewago El Sch | 7.1 |
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.
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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
629 N HOLLY ST, Elizabethtown, PA 17022
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Calvary Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. HERSHEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Hummelstown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MILTON HERSHEY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Hershey), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Elizabethtown, see our Elizabethtown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Elizabethtown Area SHS Elizabethtown | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Elizabethtown Area MS Elizabethtown | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| KELLY SCHOOL Elizabethtown | 1.1 mi | — |
| East High Street El Sch Elizabethtown | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Bear Creek School Elizabethtown | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| BELLAIRE RIDGE SCHOOL Hershey | 3.9 mi | 3.4 |
| Conewago El Sch Elizabethtown | 4.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Londonderry El Sch Middletown | 4.3 mi | 6.6 |
| KRAYBILL MENNONITE SCHOOL Mount Joy | 5.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Bainbridge El Sch Bainbridge | 5.9 mi | 8.8 |
| HERSHEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hummelstown | 6.4 mi | 7.6 |
| ST JOAN OF ARC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hummels Town | 6.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Lancaster County CTC - Mt Joy Campus Mount Joy | 6.2 mi | — |
| MILTON HERSHEY SCHOOL Hershey | 7.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Donegal JHS Mount Joy | 6.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Donegal HS Mount Joy | 6.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Hershey HS Hershey | 8.0 mi | 8.7 |
| SUSQUEHANNA WALDORF SCHOOL Marietta | 7.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Donegal Intermediate School Marietta | 7.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Donegal Primary School Mount Joy | 7.0 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17022 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,075
Median Home Value
$272,700
Median Rent
$1,381/mo
Population
32,066
College Educated
33.2%
Homeownership
67.2%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
42.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SEWICKLEY ACADEMY Sewickley, PA | 5.0 |
| Sankofa Freedom Academy CS Philadelphia, PA | 5.0 |
| Sugar Valley Rural CS Loganton, PA | 5.4 |
| DUBOIS AREA CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Du Bois, PA | 5.5 |
| EDEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pittsburgh, PA | 4.9 |
| SHALOM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chambersburg, PA | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount Calvary Christian School
What grades does Mount Calvary Christian School serve?
Mount Calvary Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Mount Calvary Christian School?
Mount Calvary Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 529 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Calvary Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Calvary Christian School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mount Calvary Christian School rank in PA?
Mount Calvary Christian School ranks #723 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Mount Calvary Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mount Calvary Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mount Calvary Christian School a private school?
Yes, Mount Calvary Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Mount Calvary Christian School a religious school?
Mount Calvary Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 529
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 160 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lancaster County
- Phone
- (717) 367-1649
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